Prognosis, treatment decision-making and value: A qualitative exploration of the emerging role of breast cancer prognostic assays.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Breast cancer prognostic assays are emerging as tools used by physicians in the cancer treatment decision-making process. This technology is new, and we must interrogate the integration of these assays into clinical practice and their effect on prognosis and treatment for both providers and patients. The objective of this study was to explore perspectives on the use and integration of breast cancer prognostic assays in clinical care.

Methods

15 international researcher-physician/scientist key opinion leaders who had conducted studies on breast cancer prognostic assays were interviewed. Participants had conducted studies using five different assays. The interview guide was developed through a literature review and leveraged extensive data collected on key clinical

SUBMITTER: Parker G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12274007 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature