Methods Of Cancer Diagnosis, Therapy And Progno... Apr 2026

Artificial intelligence algorithms are now routinely applied to MRI, CT, and PET scans to detect Stage I tumors with higher accuracy than manual review.

These analyze circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) or tumor cells (CTCs) from simple blood draws. In 2026, they are increasingly used to identify "molecular residual disease" (MRD)—signs of cancer that remain after surgery but before they can be seen on a scan. Methods of Cancer Diagnosis, Therapy and Progno...

Treatment in 2026 has moved away from "one-size-fits-all" chemotherapy toward highly targeted "biological missiles" and "living drugs". 7 Breakthroughs in Patient-Centric Oncology Care in 2026 Methods of Cancer Diagnosis, Therapy and Progno...