Molecular profiling: moving away from tumor philately

Sci Transl Med. 2010 Sep 1;2(47):47ps43. doi: 10.1126/scitranslmed.3001329.

Abstract

Despite the remarkable enhancements in breast cancer classification and characterization, an exhaustive comprehension of the underlying carcinogenic processes and an accurate prediction of its clinical behavior are yet to be achieved. On the wave of recent scientific advances and clinical findings, new cutting-edge technologies are poised to deliver an array of diverse molecular data that are expected to dramatically alter breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Biomarkers, Tumor / genetics
  • Breast Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Breast Neoplasms / genetics*
  • Breast Neoplasms / physiopathology*
  • Breast Neoplasms / therapy
  • Female
  • Gene Expression Profiling
  • Humans
  • Neoplasms / classification*
  • Neoplasms / genetics
  • Prognosis

Substances

  • Biomarkers, Tumor