International Web-based Consultation on Breast Cancer Research Priorities
Author Information
Author(s): Mitch Dowsett, Aron Goldhirsch, Daniel F. Hayes, Hans-Joerg Senn, William Wood, Giuseppe Viale
Primary Institution: Royal Marsden Hospital
Hypothesis
What are the highest priority topics in translational breast cancer research as identified by professionals in the field?
Conclusion
The consultation identified key research priorities that may help focus resources on the most pressing issues in breast cancer research.
Supporting Evidence
- 420 professionals participated in the voting process.
- The top priority was to identify molecular signatures to select patients who could be spared chemotherapy.
- Votes were recorded from participants across 48 countries.
Takeaway
Doctors and researchers voted on what they think is most important to study in breast cancer, and they found that figuring out which patients can skip chemotherapy is the top priority.
Methodology
An international Web-based consultation was conducted where breast cancer professionals voted on the most important research topics.
Potential Biases
The consultation may not fully represent the views of all professionals in the field due to varying participation rates.
Limitations
The voting may have been influenced by current trends and the opinions of a limited number of professionals.
Participant Demographics
Participants included clinicians, academics, research scientists, and pathologists from 48 countries, with 48% from North America.
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