Molecular tumor board availability and organization in sarcoma referral centers in Italy: are we on the right track?

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Molecular tumor boards (MTBs) are established in most Italian sarcoma treatment centers, facilitating individualized treatment options.
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The survey revealed that 83% of centers have a dedicated oncologist present during MTB discussions, ensuring case evaluation.
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All centers reported using target panel sequencing and whole exome sequencing, with 83% also utilizing whole genome sequencing.
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The analysis turnaround time varied, with 33% of centers providing results in 10 days or less, while 67% took longer.
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The findings underscore the need for standardized MTB practices to enhance the treatment of rare cancers like sarcomas in Italy.

Frontiers In Oncology

by Concetta Elisa Onesti, Beatrice Casini, Annarosaria De Chiara, Valentina Fausti, Roberto Luksch, Giuseppe Maria Milano, Emanuela Palmerini, Sabrina Vari, Serena Ceddia, Federica Riva, Toni Ibrahim, Renato Covello, Gennaro Ciliberto, Katia Scotlandi, Virginia Ferraresi
June 3, 2026

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