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Integrating Functional Imaging and Molecular Profiling for Optimal Treatment Selection in Neuroendocrine Neoplasms (NEN).

Authors :
Kong, Grace
Boehm, Emma
Prall, Owen
Murray, William K.
Tothill, Richard W.
Michael, Michael
Source :
Current Oncology Reports; May2023, Vol. 25 Issue 5, p465-478, 14p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Purpose of Review: Gastroenteropancreatic NEN (GEP-NEN) are group of malignancies with significant clinical, anatomical and molecular heterogeneity. High-grade GEP-NEN in particular present unique management challenges. Recent Findings: In the current era, multidisciplinary management with access to a combination of functional imaging and targeted molecular profiling can provide important disease characterisation, guide individualised management and improve patient outcome. Multiple treatment options are now available, and combination and novel therapies are being explored in clinical trials. Summary: Precision medicine is highly relevant for a heterogenous disease like NEN. The integration of dual-tracer functional PET/CT imaging, molecular histopathology and genomic data has the potential to be used to gain a more comprehensive understanding of an individual patient's disease biology for precision diagnosis, prognostication and optimal treatment allocation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
15233790
Volume :
25
Issue :
5
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Current Oncology Reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
164046049
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11912-023-01381-w