molecular tumor board
Multidisciplinary clinical meeting to review genomic testing results and develop precision medicine treatment plans.
Full Definition
A specialized multidisciplinary conference where oncologists, molecular pathologists, geneticists, pharmacists, and other specialists collaborate to interpret comprehensive genomic profiling results and develop personalized treatment strategies. Molecular tumor boards review complex genomic findings, assess clinical actionability of identified variants, recommend targeted therapies, and determine clinical trial eligibility. These meetings bridge the gap between genomic data generation and clinical decision-making in precision oncology.
Usage
Usage note: Distinguish from traditional tumor boards that focus primarily on staging and standard treatment approaches.
In Context
- "The molecular tumor board recommended enrollment in a PARP inhibitor trial based on the homologous recombination deficiency findings." — Clinical consultation note
- "Cases with complex genomic profiles are routinely discussed at our weekly molecular tumor board." — Clinical protocol description