What Do German Molecular Tumor Boards Recommend in Patients with PIK3CA-Mutated Tumors? Launch and First Results from the German Transsectoral Molecular Tumor Board Exchange Platform Deutschland.
Ina Pretzell, Alexander Desuki, Annalen Bleckmann, Sonja Loges, Anke Reinacher-Schick, C Benedikt Westphalen, Sebastian Lange
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Abstract
Introduction: Comprehensive molecular tumor profiling is widely used in the management of patients with cancer. Molecular tumor boards devise treatment strategies based on testing results. In this setting, the Transsectoral Molecular Tumor Board exchange platform Deutschland (TEAM-D) aims to drive peer-to-peer exchange to connect experts in the field.
Methods: During the first virtual TEAM-D meeting, participants from 16 German universities and 5 nonacademic institutions discussed five cases with PIK3CA hotspot mutations. Furthermore, an illustrative case vignette was presented.
Results: Overall, German caregivers show restraint in administering off-label PIK3CA inhibitor and favor clinical trials in this setting.
Conclusion: In the setting of precision oncology, TEAM-D enables virtual case discussion across the different sectors of the German healthcare system. Based on the example of PIK3CA hotspot mutations, TEAM-D demonstrated the value of integrating knowledge from different healthcare professionals.
期刊介绍:
With the first issue in 2014, the journal ''Onkologie'' has changed its title to ''Oncology Research and Treatment''. By this change, publisher and editor set the scene for the further development of this interdisciplinary journal. The English title makes it clear that the articles are published in English – a logical step for the journal, which is listed in all relevant international databases. For excellent manuscripts, a ''Fast Track'' was introduced: The review is carried out within 2 weeks; after acceptance the papers are published online within 14 days and immediately released as ''Editor’s Choice'' to provide the authors with maximum visibility of their results. Interesting case reports are published in the section ''Novel Insights from Clinical Practice'' which clearly highlights the scientific advances which the report presents.