Journal of Translational Medicine,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
21(1)
Published: Dec. 1, 2023
Abstract
Background
Liquid
biopsy
provides
a
non-invasive
approach
that
enables
detecting
circulating
tumor
DNA
(ctDNA)
and
cells
(CTCs)
using
blood
specimens
theoretically
benefits
early
finding
primary
or
monitoring
treatment
response
as
well
recurrence.
Despite
many
studies
on
these
novel
biomarkers,
their
clinical
relevance
remains
controversial.
This
study
aims
to
investigate
the
correlation
between
ctDNA,
CTCs,
tumor-derived
endothelial
(CTECs)
while
also
evaluating
whether
mutation
profiling
in
ctDNA
is
consistent
with
tissue
from
lung
cancer
patients.
These
findings
will
help
evaluation
utilization
of
approaches
practice.
Methods
104
participants
(49
31
benign
lesions)
underwent
CTCs
CTECs
detection
integrating
subtraction
enrichment
immunostaining-fluorescence
situ
hybridization
(SE-iFISH)
strategy.
The
cell-free
(cfDNA)
concentration
was
measured
mutational
profiles
were
examined
by
Roche
AVENIO
Expanded
Kit
(targeted
total
77
genes)
next
generation
sequencing
(NGS)
28
patients
(20
8
highest
numbers
CTECs.
Mutation
validation
matched
then
performed
9
mutations
customized
xGen
pan-solid
kit
474
NGS.
Results
sensitivity
specificity
number
for
diagnosis
NSCLC
67.3%
77.6%
[AUC
(95%CI):
0.815
(0.722–0.907)],
83.9%
77.4%
0.739
(0.618–0.860)].
cfDNA
plasma
statistically
correlated
size
(r
=
0.430,
P
0.022)
CYFRA
21–1
0.411,
0.041),
but
not
In
this
study,
found
be
poorly
(tDNA)
patients,
even
when
numerous
present.
Conclusion
Detection
could
potential
adjunct
tool
cancer.
levels
are
associated
burden,
rather
than
counts.
Moreover,
tDNA
require
further
exploration.
JCO Precision Oncology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
8
Published: Jan. 31, 2024
Studies
have
investigated
the
early
use
of
liquid
biopsy
(LBx)
during
diagnostic
workup
patients
presenting
with
clinical
evidence
advanced
lung
cancer,
but
real-world
adoption
and
impact
has
not
been
characterized.
The
aim
this
study
was
to
determine
whether
LBx
before
diagnosis
(Dx;
LBx-Dx)
enables
timely
comprehensive
genomic
profiling
(CGP)
shortens
time
until
treatment
initiation
for
non-small-cell
cancer
(aNSCLC).
Cancers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(13), P. 2338 - 2338
Published: June 26, 2024
Non-small-cell
lung
cancer
(NSCLC)
comprises
approximately
85%
of
all
cases,
often
diagnosed
at
advanced
stages,
which
diminishes
the
effective
treatment
options
and
survival
rates.
This
systematic
review
assesses
utility
emerging
biomarkers-circulating
tumor
DNA
(ctDNA),
microRNAs
(miRNAs),
blood
mutational
burden
(bTMB)-enhanced
by
next-generation
sequencing
(NGS)
to
improve
diagnostic
accuracy,
prognostic
evaluation,
strategies
in
NSCLC.
Analyzing
data
from
37
studies
involving
10,332
patients
2020
2024,
highlights
how
biomarkers
like
ctDNA
PD-L1
expression
critically
inform
selection
personalized
therapies,
particularly
beneficial
stages
These
are
critical
for
assessments
dynamically
adapting
plans,
where
high
specific
genetic
mutations
(e.g.,
ALK
fusions,
EGFR
mutations)
significantly
guide
use
targeted
therapies
immunotherapies.
The
findings
recommend
integrating
these
into
standardized
clinical
pathways
maximize
their
potential
enhancing
precision,
ultimately
fostering
significant
advancements
oncology
improving
patient
outcomes
quality
life.
substantiates
predictive
value
emphasizes
need
ongoing
innovation
biomarker
research.
npj Precision Oncology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
9(1)
Published: March 24, 2025
Circulating
tumor
DNA
(ctDNA)
has
emerged
as
a
dynamic
biomarker
in
cancer,
evidenced
by
its
increasing
integration
into
clinical
practice.
Carrying
specific
characteristics,
ctDNA
can
be
used
to
inform
treatment
selection,
monitor
response,
and
identify
drug
resistance.
In
this
review,
we
provide
comprehensive,
up-to-date
summary
of
monitoring
response
with
focus
on
lung,
colorectal,
breast
cancers,
discuss
current
challenges
future
directions.
Cancer Letters,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
577, P. 216365 - 216365
Published: Aug. 25, 2023
Lung
cancer
maintains
high
morbidity
and
mortality
rate
globally
despite
significant
advancements
in
diagnosis
treatment
the
era
of
precision
medicine.
Pathological
analysis
tumor
tissue,
current
gold
standard
for
lung
diagnosis,
is
intrusive
intrinsically
confined
to
evaluating
limited
amount
tissues
that
could
be
physically
extracted.
However,
tissue
biopsy
has
several
limitations,
including
invasiveness
procedure
difficulty
obtaining
samples
patients
at
advanced
stages.,
there
Additionally,has
been
no
major
breakthrough
biomarkers
with
specificity
sensitivity,
particularly
early-stage
cancer.
Liquid
considered
a
feasible
auxiliary
tool
tearly
dianosis,
responses
monitoring
prognosis
Circulating
DNA
(ctDNA),
an
ideal
biomarker
liquid
biopsy,
emerged
as
one
most
reliable
tools
processes
molecular
levels.
Herein,
this
review
focuses
on
heterogeneity
elucidate
superiority
retrospectively
discussdeciphersolution.
We
systematically
elaborate
ctDNA
biological
characteristics,
introduce
methods
detection,
discuss
role
plasma
management.
Finally,
we
summarize
drawbacks
highlight
its
potential
clinical
application
Cancers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(12), P. 2280 - 2280
Published: June 20, 2024
CtDNA
is
emerging
as
a
non-invasive
clinical
detection
method
for
several
cancers,
including
genitourinary
(GU)
cancers
such
prostate
cancer,
bladder
and
renal
cell
carcinoma
(RCC).
assays
have
shown
promise
in
early
of
GU
providing
prognostic
information,
assessing
real-time
treatment
response,
detecting
residual
disease
relapse.
The
ease
obtaining
“liquid
biopsy”
from
blood
or
urine
enhances
its
potential
to
be
used
biomarker.
Interrogating
these
biopsies”
ctDNA
can
then
detect
common
cancer
mutations,
novel
genomic
alterations,
epigenetic
modifications.
has
undergone
investigation
numerous
trials,
which
could
address
needs
instance,
earlier
RCC,
therapeutic
response
prediction
castration-resistant
monitoring
recurrence
cancers.
utilization
liquid
biopsy
analysis
provides
promising
advancing
precision
medicine
within
the
field
Current Oncology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
32(2), P. 57 - 57
Published: Jan. 21, 2025
Background:
Lung
cancer
remains
the
leading
cause
of
mortality
globally
with
EGFR
mutations
representing
a
significant
driver
in
advanced
non-small
cell
lung
(aNSCLC).
The
timely
detection
these
is
critical
for
initiating
targeted
therapy,
yet
tissue
biopsy
limitations
often
delay
treatment.
Methods:
This
multicenter
prospective
study
evaluated
clinical
utility
liquid
(LBx)
real-life
settings
early
diagnosis
patients
suspected
aNSCLC.
Circulating
tumor
DNA
(ctDNA)
was
analyzed
using
Cobas
Mutation
Test
and
compared
to
tissue-based
next-generation
sequencing
(NGS).
Results:
Among
366
aNSCLC
tested,
LBx
demonstrated
significantly
shorter
median
turnaround
time
(TAT)
3
days
26
NGS
(p
<
0.001)
100%
specificity
65%
sensitivity
mutation
detection.
identified
actionable
cases
where
insufficient
or
unavailable,
enabling
43.7%
commence
therapy
based
on
ctDNA
results
prior
confirmation.
Conclusions:
These
findings
highlight
potential
reduce
diagnostic
delays
improve
access
personalized
therapies
real-world
setting.
Integrating
into
routine
workflows
may
address
current
gaps
molecular
testing,
ensuring
precise
treatment
patients.