Variants of uncertain significance in precision oncology: nuance or nuisance?

Oncologist. 2024 Aug 5;29(8):641-644. doi: 10.1093/oncolo/oyae135.

Abstract

Variants of unknown significance cause uncertainty for patients and are a challenge for oncologists. This commentary describes 4 clinical examples illustrating these challenges.

Publication types

  • Editorial
  • Comment

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Medical Oncology / methods
  • Medical Oncology / standards
  • Neoplasms* / therapy
  • Precision Medicine* / methods