Personalized Medicine in Gynecologic Cancer Fact or Fiction? Article

Full Text via DOI: 10.1016/j.ogc.2018.09.010 PMID: 30683261 Web of Science: 000459360200012

Cited authors

  • Corey, Logan; Valente, Ana; Wade, Katrina

Abstract

  • Personalized medicine in gynecologic oncology is an evolving field. In recent years, tumor profiling and large databases such as TCGA and NCI-Match have provided us with enormous amounts of molecular data. Several therapies that capitalize on novel genetic and immune discoveries including VEGF inhibitors, PARP inhibitors, and cancer vaccinations are discussed in this article. Additionally, we have seen direct to consumer marketing play an important role in cancer care and prevention as patients have increased ability to access genetic testing. This presents a unique challenge to gynecologic oncology providers as we learn to navigate the world of personalized medicine.

Publication date

  • 2019

Category

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

  • 0889-8545

Start page

  • 155

Volume

  • 46

Issue

  • 1