Characteristics of lung cancers arising in genetic mutation carriers
Saturday, March 22, 2014 - 13:00
in Health & Medicine
Two studies are providing new insight into germline epidermal growth factor receptor T790M mutation in familial non-small cell lung cancer. The findings suggest the need for tailored approaches for early detection and treatment, as well as for genetic testing to identify carriers. "These studies now solidify the fact that routine clinical management of lung cancer now has to include the awareness of this inherited cancer syndrome," said one expert.