Syneos Health Podcast | Circulating Tumor DNA: Transforming Oncology Clinical Trials
Use of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) – small fragments of DNA that are released into the bloodstream by cancer cells – as a diagnostic tool represents a significant shift toward more precise, personalized cancer care, enhancing both trial efficiency and patient experience. Unlike traditional tissue biopsies, which sample a single tumor site, ctDNA offers a real-time, comprehensive view of the genetic mutations present in the tumor throughout the body. By offering faster, more detailed insights than traditional imaging, ctDNA can identify tumor mutations earlier and help clinicians adjust treatments sooner.
In this episode of the Syneos Health Podcast, Chief Scientific Officer Nick Kenny is joined by oncology experts Dr. Patrick Kelly and Dr. Wael Harb to discuss how circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) is transforming cancer treatment and clinical trial design, and its potential to drive more patient-centric, adaptive clinical trials.
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