Genomics-based precision medicine has improved the outcomes of patients with certain types of cancers, although most do not derive benefit. Here, the authors describe the development of functional patient-specific assays, including those based on organoids, spheroids and explants, and how clinical implementation of these models might extend the benefits of precision medicine to a much broader range of patients.
- Allard W. J. van Renterghem
- Joris van de Haar
- Emile E. Voest