DNA Shed From Colon Cancers Into Bloodstream Guide Chemotherapy

A new research study showed that circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) — genetic material shed from tumors into the bloodstream — can identify those stage II colon cancer patients who can most benefit from chemotherapy following surgery. Learn more about this study and how patients will benefit.

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