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Recent applications of chemosensitivity tests for colorectal cancer treatment.
World journal of gastroenterology - 28 Nov 2014
Yoon Yong Sik, Kim Jin Cheon
Abstract excerpt
The evaluation of therapeutic efficacy is necessary to predict the outcome of patients with metastatic colorectal cancer (CRC). In these patients, there is a critical need for predictive chemosensitivity assays and biomarkers to optimize efficacy and minimize toxicity. The introduction of targeted agents has improved the progression-free survival and overall survival of patients with metastatic disease. However,...
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