Liquid biopsy biomarkers for accurate detection of malignant pulmonary nodules: a meta-analytic approach

Key Points

• Accurate detection of malignant pulmonary nodules is linked to various liquid biopsy biomarkers, enhancing diagnosis.
• The meta-analysis showed a significant correlation with biomarkers, achieving sensitivity rates as high as 93% in some analyses.
• Using meta-analysis across multiple studies allows a comprehensive assessment of liquid biopsy effectiveness in tumor identification.
• Findings support the potential use of liquid biopsy biomarkers as a reliable, non-invasive alternative for diagnosing lung cancer.