Current molecular biomarkers evaluation in gastric/gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma: pathologist does matter

Updates Surg. 2023 Feb;75(2):291-303. doi: 10.1007/s13304-022-01330-5. Epub 2022 Jul 14.

Abstract

The comprehensive molecular characterization of gastric and gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinomas has led to the improvement of targeted and more effective treatments. As a result, several biomarkers have been introduced into clinical practice and the implementation of innovative diagnostic tools is under study. Such assessments are mainly based on the evaluation of limited biopsy material in clinical practice. In this setting, the pathologist represents a key player in the selection of patients facilitating precision medicine approaches.

Keywords: Biomarkers; Gastric adenocarcinoma; Gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma; Immunohistochemistry.

MeSH terms

  • Adenocarcinoma* / diagnosis
  • Adenocarcinoma* / genetics
  • Adenocarcinoma* / pathology
  • Biomarkers
  • Biomarkers, Tumor
  • Esophageal Neoplasms* / diagnosis
  • Esophageal Neoplasms* / pathology
  • Esophagogastric Junction / pathology
  • Humans
  • Pathologists
  • Stomach Neoplasms* / diagnosis
  • Stomach Neoplasms* / pathology

Substances

  • Biomarkers
  • Biomarkers, Tumor

Supplementary concepts

  • Adenocarcinoma Of Esophagus