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Author Spotlight: Advancements in Molecular Biomarker Testing for Non-Squamous Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Published on: September 8, 2023
Scientific Advances in Thoracic Oncology 2016
Ross A Soo1, Emily C A Stone2, K Michael Cummings3
1Cancer Science Institute of Singapore, National University of Singapore, Singapore; Department of Haematology-Oncology, National University Cancer Institute of Singapore, Singapore; School of Surgery, University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia.
This annual review covers key lung cancer advances, including genomic testing, targeted therapies, and immunotherapy. It provides updates on prevention, diagnostics, treatment, and future research for thoracic cancers.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Thoracic Surgery
- Pulmonology
Background:
- Lung cancer care is evolving rapidly.
- Genomic testing and targeted therapies are transforming treatment.
- Immunotherapy is increasingly studied in various combinations.
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