Bridging the Divide: From Universal Germline Testing Guidance to Real-World Implementation in Pancreatic Cancer Care

JCO Oncol Pract. 2024 Aug;20(8):1012-1015. doi: 10.1200/OP.24.00237. Epub 2024 May 8.

Abstract

In this editorial accompanying manuscript the by Klatte and colleagues, Drs Singh, and Nipp review the data behind universal germline testing in pancreatic adenocarcinoma, and review possible reasons for and solutions continued inadequate rates of germline testing in our community. Making germline testing for all patients with pancreatic adenocarcinoma is critical and will require cross-disciplinary collaboration and innovation.

Publication types

  • Editorial

MeSH terms

  • Genetic Predisposition to Disease
  • Genetic Testing* / methods
  • Genetic Testing* / standards
  • Germ-Line Mutation*
  • Humans
  • Pancreatic Neoplasms* / diagnosis
  • Pancreatic Neoplasms* / genetics
  • Pancreatic Neoplasms* / therapy