This OncLive Insights features 3 experts who share their thoughts on how the treatment landscape of advanced NSCLC is evolving through use of comprehensive genetic sequencing to identify actionable biomarkers. They summarize how novel therapeutics which target driver alterations in ALK, ROS, RET, or NTRK can be leveraged to personalize and optimize management of advanced NSCLC, ultimately improving survival outcomes.
EP. 1: Overview of Targeted Therapies, Improved Outcomes, and Unmet Needs in Advanced NSCLC
October 11th 2021An increased understanding of driver gene alterations in advanced non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) has led to the development of targeted therapies that offer improved patient outcomes. Ben Levy, MD; Mark A. Socinski, MD; and Stephen Liu, MD, share their thoughts on the emerging treatment landscape and remaining unmet needs.
EP. 2: Testing for Gene Alterations and Protein Expression in Advanced NSCLC
October 11th 2021Ben Levy, Mark Socinski, and Stephen Liu explain the various types of genetic alterations and protein expressions that are targetable in NSCLC and the crucial role of comprehensive genetic testing at the time of diagnosis and at the time of disease progression.