A reminder that CUP-COMP is recruiting up to 120 patients by December 2022. The trial, led by the Christie, is to assess and compare genomic sequencing in tissue and blood for the diagnosis and treatment stratification of CUP patients. More info
We have just become aware of the death of Prof. Gauri Varadhachary who died in August 2021 aged 52. Those who attended our 2009 international conference in London where she was a distinguished speaker will remember her. An oncologist at MD Anderson, she made a very significant contribution to CUP research and treatment. Obituary: Dr. Gauri Varadhachary (india-herald.com)
On our previous post we wrote on 5 May: Clinicians are now able to request whole genome sequencing (WGS) at the North West NHS Genomic Laboratory Hub for eligible patients with CUP in their care. This is a very significant step forward and excellent news. We are trying to find out from the NHS National Genomic Medicine Service whether WGS in
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Clinicians are now able to request whole genome sequencing (WGS) at the North West NHS Genomic Laboratory Hub for eligible patients with CUP in their care. This is a very significant step forward and excellent news. We are trying to find out from the NHS National Genomic Medicine Service whether WGS in tissue extends to other regions.