Trends and Disparities in the Use of Next-Generation Sequencing in Patients With Cancer in the United States

Key Points

• The study aims to investigate the use of next-generation sequencing (NGS) testing in cancer patients, particularly focusing on disparities based on socioeconomic status and race.
• Cohort study design
• Analysis of patient demographics, including socioeconomic status and race
• Assessment of NGS testing frequency and timing among patients with advanced cancers
• Most patients with advanced or metastatic cancers did not undergo genomic testing
• Significant delays in NGS testing were noted in low socioeconomic status groups
• Black and Hispanic patients experienced longer times to receive NGS compared to other groups

Abstract