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New diagnostic tests may reduce chemotherapy use. There are results from the study

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Published Nov. 12, 2024 11:43

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Polish data demonstrate the clinical utility of the Oncotype DX® test in making chemotherapy decisions for patients with early-stage breast cancer. Real-world data from more than 200 patients show the test's impact on treatment decisions, reducing potential over- and under-treatment with chemotherapy. The study underscores the value of the test for patients, physicians and the health care system

Exact Sciences, a leading provider of cancer screening and diagnostic tests, today announced the publication of results from the prospective PONDx study on the impact of the Oncotype DX Breast Recurrence Score® test on clinical decision-making. The results, consistent with previous international studies, confirm the test's value in the management of patients with early breast cancer by more accurately identifying patients who may or may not benefit from chemotherapy, thereby targeting treatment more effectively, improving therapeutic management and increasing physicians' confidence in treatment recommendations.

The study was conducted at eight reference centers nationwide and included 204 patients with early-stage hormone receptor-positive (ER+) and HER-2-negat...

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