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Diseases2026, 14(1), 12;https://doi.org/10.3390/diseases14010012 
(registering DOI)
by
  • Ahmed Bakr1,*,
  • Youssef Basem2 and
  • Abanoub Sherif2
  • et al.

Reviewer 1: Anonymous Reviewer 2: Anonymous Reviewer 3: Anonymous

Round 1

Reviewer 1 Report

Comments and Suggestions for Authors

Section titles use inconsistent styles (regular, bold, italic, mixed). For example, Section 4 “Personalized Medicine in Adults” appears in bold, while others are in normal font. The heading “4..5. Personalized Strategies in Mental Health” contains a double period (“4..5”) and numbering error. Some paragraphs before section 4 appear unexpectedly in italic text, suggesting copy-paste or formatting corruption. Indentation and line spacing are inconsistent across sections.

 

This is a 23-page manuscript covering pregnancy, pediatrics, adults, geriatrics, oncology, and AI. However, only two figures are included, and no tables summarizing evidence. Add a conceptual framework figure showing personalized medicine across life stages. Tables summarizing key biomarkers, AI applications, pediatric pharmacogenomics, adult oncology trials, etc. A summary table listing major RCTs or landmark studies cited in each section.

 

The manuscript attempts to cover very diverse populations, fetuses, neonates, children, adults, geriatrics, and athletes, resulting in insufficient depth in many sections. Some sections read like undergraduate textbook summaries rather than critical synthesis.

 

Some paragraphs are well written while others read like introductory-level educational material, lacking scientific synthesis. Examples: Sections (e.g., Pediatrics, Athletes) contain conversational expressions (“Now we know more…”, “On one beautiful morning…”) which are inappropriate for a peer-reviewed review article. Excessive use of narrative or storytelling (athlete section) reduces scientific tone. Some topics (e.g., personalized nutrition, microbiome, AI in oncology) appear multiple times across different sections with similar content. The manuscript could be shortened by at least 20–30% without losing meaningful information.

 

Check grammar, sentence structure, and typos throughout (numerous errors).

 

Ensure consistent use of terminology (e.g., “precision medicine” vs “personalized medicine”).

 

Some paragraphs are too long and need restructuring.

 

Improve transitions between major sections for logical coherence.

 

Several subsections (e.g., fetal therapy, pediatric neurodegeneration) need clearer topic sentences and concluding summaries.

 

The review mostly describes technologies, but lack discussion of limitations, such as: data bias in AI, cost barriers, lack of validation in low-resource settings, clinical implementation challenges. Add a dedicated section on limitations and challenges for practical implementation.

Author Response

Reviewer 1

Section titles use inconsistent styles (regular, bold, italic, mixed). For example, Section 4 “Personalized Medicine in Adults” appears in bold, while others are in normal font. The heading “4..5. Personalized Strategies in Mental Health” contains a double period (“4..5”) and numbering error. Some paragraphs before section 4 appear unexpectedly in italic text, suggesting copy-paste or formatting corruption. Indentation and line spacing are inconsistent across sections.

 

This is a 23-page manuscript covering pregnancy, pediatrics, adults, geriatrics, oncology, and AI. However, only two figures are included, and no tables summarizing evidence. Add a conceptual framework figure showing personalized medicine across life stages. Tables summarizing key biomarkers, AI applications, pediatric pharmacogenomics, adult oncology trials, etc. A summary table listing major RCTs or landmark studies cited in each section.

 

The manuscript attempts to cover very diverse populations, fetuses, neonates, children, adults, geriatrics, and athletes, resulting in insufficient depth in many sections. Some sections read like undergraduate textbook summaries rather than critical synthesis.

 

Some paragraphs are well written while others read like introductory-level educational material, lacking scientific synthesis. Examples: Sections (e.g., Pediatrics, Athletes) contain conversational expressions (“Now we know more…”, “On one beautiful morning…”) which are inappropriate for a peer-reviewed review article. Excessive use of narrative or storytelling (athlete section) reduces scientific tone. Some topics (e.g., personalized nutrition, microbiome, AI in oncology) appear multiple times across different sections with similar content. The manuscript could be shortened by at least 20–30% without losing meaningful information.

 

Check grammar, sentence structure, and typos throughout (numerous errors).

 

Ensure consistent use of terminology (e.g., “precision medicine” vs “personalized medicine”).

 

 

 

Some paragraphs are too long and need restructuring.

 

 

 

Improve transitions between major sections for logical coherence.

 

 

 

Several subsections (e.g., fetal therapy, pediatric neurodegeneration) need clearer topic sentences and concluding summaries.

 

 

 

The review mostly describes technologies, but lack discussion of limitations, such as: data bias in AI, cost barriers, lack of validation in low-resource settings, clinical implementation challenges. Add a dedicated section on limitations and challenges for practical implementation.

Dear [Reviewer1],

Thank you for your thoughtful and constructive feedback on the manuscript. I have thoroughly addressed all the points raised and made the necessary revisions. Specifically, I have:

  1. Corrected formatting issues, including section title inconsistencies, numbering errors, and any text formatting problems (e.g., italicized paragraphs).
  2. Added visual content, including a conceptual framework figure and multiple tables summarizing key biomarkers, AI applications, pediatric pharmacogenomics, and major RCTs or landmark studies.
  3. Refined the depth of the content, particularly in sections such as pediatrics and athletes, to ensure a more critical synthesis and avoid general summaries.
  4. Revised the tone, eliminating conversational expressions and storytelling elements, and replacing them with a more formal and scientific style.
  5. Eliminated redundancies and consolidated similar content across sections.
  6. Corrected grammatical and structural errors and ensured consistent use of terminology.
  7. Restructured lengthy paragraphs for better readability and flow.
  8. Improved transitions between sections for logical coherence and clarity.
  9. Enhanced the clarity of subsections by adding clear topic sentences and summaries.
  10. Included a dedicated section discussing the limitations and challenges of implementing personalized medicine, including data bias in AI, cost barriers, and validation in low-resource settings.

I believe these revisions have significantly improved the manuscript. Please let me know if you need any further changes.

 

Author Response File: Author Response.docx

Reviewer 2 Report

Comments and Suggestions for Authors

The submitted manuscript provides an engaging and timely narrative synthesis of the growing role of personalized medicine in various patient populations – from the prenatal period, through pediatrics and the adult population, to sports medicine and critical care. The manuscript's structure is logical, and its broad substantive scope is a significant asset.

The authors successfully present translational mechanisms, incorporating data from genomics, multi-omics, artificial intelligence, and clinical and sports implementations. References to randomized trials, AI implementation models, and examples of adaptive therapeutic approaches are particularly valuable.

The authors repeatedly emphasize the importance of genomics, multi-omics methods, and digital tools in personalized therapy. However, the current version lacks emphasis on one fundamental aspect of personalized treatment: clinical pharmacology, including therapeutically monitored treatment (TDM). There are interesting publications summarizing 20 years of experience in monitored therapy for drugs such as digoxin and carbamazepine. This applies to virtually all populations. The approach to AI is also interesting – however, it's worth considering application examples. Rare diseases are a particularly interesting field, particularly in fields well-defined by algorithms, such as cardiology. The approach to AI in cardiology (adult, adolescent, and elderly populations), but also in specific areas, such as personalized medicine in pulmonary arterial hypertension – utilizing artificial intelligence for death prevention – is a particularly compelling topic. It's worth referencing these basic facts.

The section on health economics – I propose clarifying that an effective cost-effectiveness assessment of personalized therapies should also take into account the costs of monitoring and complications resulting from inappropriate drug dosing (pharmacoeconomics of safety). The section on pediatrics – it would be advisable to expand the pharmacogenomics example to include monitoring of cardiological or neurological medications in pediatrics (as mentioned above). The graph in Fig. 1 – I suggest that the authors consider adding a "Therapy Monitoring & Clinical Pharmacology" component between the AI ​​genomics modules and therapeutic intervention. I believe the work has enormous potential and beautifully summarizes the current state of knowledge, but it needs to be expanded to include elements that cannot be omitted.

Author Response

Reviewer 2

The submitted manuscript provides an engaging and timely narrative synthesis of the growing role of personalized medicine in various patient populations – from the prenatal period, through pediatrics and the adult population, to sports medicine and critical care. The manuscript's structure is logical, and its broad substantive scope is a significant asset.

 

The authors successfully present translational mechanisms, incorporating data from genomics, multi-omics, artificial intelligence, and clinical and sports implementations. References to randomized trials, AI implementation models, and examples of adaptive therapeutic approaches are particularly valuable.

 

The authors repeatedly emphasize the importance of genomics, multi-omics methods, and digital tools in personalized therapy. However, the current version lacks emphasis on one fundamental aspect of personalized treatment: clinical pharmacology, including therapeutically monitored treatment (TDM). There are interesting publications summarizing 20 years of experience in monitored therapy for drugs such as digoxin and carbamazepine. This applies to virtually all populations. The approach to AI is also interesting – however, it's worth considering application examples. Rare diseases are a particularly interesting field, particularly in fields well-defined by algorithms, such as cardiology. The approach to AI in cardiology (adult, adolescent, and elderly populations), but also in specific areas, such as personalized medicine in pulmonary arterial hypertension – utilizing artificial intelligence for death prevention – is a particularly compelling topic. It's worth referencing these basic facts.

 

The section on health economics – I propose clarifying that an effective cost-effectiveness assessment of personalized therapies should also take into account the costs of monitoring and complications resulting from inappropriate drug dosing (pharmacoeconomics of safety). The section on pediatrics – it would be advisable to expand the pharmacogenomics example to include monitoring of cardiological or neurological medications in pediatrics (as mentioned above). The graph in Fig. 1 – I suggest that the authors consider adding a "Therapy Monitoring & Clinical Pharmacology" component between the AI ​​genomics modules and therapeutic intervention. I believe the work has enormous potential and beautifully summarizes the current state of knowledge, but it needs to be expanded to include elements that cannot be omitted.

 

Dear [Reviewer 2],

Thank you for your insightful and constructive feedback. I truly appreciate your thoughtful comments and suggestions, which have been invaluable in improving the manuscript.

I have addressed the key points you raised as follows:

  1. Incorporating Clinical Pharmacology: I have expanded the manuscript to emphasize the importance of clinical pharmacology, particularly therapeutically monitored treatment (TDM). I included a section discussing the role of TDM in personalized medicine, highlighting relevant publications on the use of drugs such as digoxin and carbamazepine across various patient populations.
  2. AI in Rare Diseases & Cardiology: I have added references to the application of AI in rare diseases, specifically in cardiology, and personalized medicine in pulmonary arterial hypertension. These examples illustrate how AI can be leveraged for therapeutic optimization and death prevention, aligning with your suggestion to expand the section on AI applications.
  3. Health Economics and Pharmacoeconomics: The section on health economics has been revised to clarify that an effective cost-effectiveness assessment of personalized therapies should consider not only the costs of the therapies themselves but also the costs of monitoring and the potential complications arising from inappropriate drug dosing (pharmacoeconomics of safety).
  4. Pediatric Pharmacogenomics: I have expanded the pediatric pharmacogenomics example to include the monitoring of cardiological and neurological medications, as you suggested. This addition provides a more comprehensive look at the importance of pharmacogenomics in pediatric care.
  5. Figure 1 Revision: I have updated Figure 1 to include a "Therapy Monitoring & Clinical Pharmacology" component, positioned between the AI/genomics modules and therapeutic interventions. This addition aligns with your recommendation to better illustrate the interconnectedness of these elements in personalized therapy.

I believe these revisions significantly enhance the manuscript, addressing the gaps you pointed out while maintaining its focus on the growing role of personalized medicine. Please let me know if you have any further suggestions or if there are additional changes you would like me to make.

 

Author Response File: Author Response.docx

Reviewer 3 Report

Comments and Suggestions for Authors

Dear authors, I have reviewed your manuscript entitle "Tailored Therapeutic Strategies for Fetuses, Neonates, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Athletes, and Critical Cases in the Era of Personalized Medicine" with interest. The topic is relevant and current. However, it requires substantial revisions before being accepted for publication.

I must mention that I’ve detected critical deficiencies preventing publication including:

  1. MISSING METHODOLOGY

The literature search strategy is not specified. Then you should add a "Methods" section with:

- Databases consulted (PubMed, Scopus, etc.)

- Search terms (MeSH/keywords)

- Inclusion/exclusion criteria

- Period covered (e.g., 2019-2025)

 

  1. POORLY FORMATTED REFERENCES (CRITICAL)

Serious Problems have been detected in your references, therefore you must

Reformat ALL references according to Vancouver style; verify each reference individually and finally add DOI when available

- Lines 763-1065: Massive formatting errors

- Line 763: Affiliation text instead of bibliographic reference

- Missing DOI/PMID in >70% of references

- Apparent duplicate references (40-52, 68-71)

 

MAJOR CONTENT DEFICIENCIES

  1. LACK OF BALANCED CRITICAL ANALYSIS

Only citing studies with positive results. Then you do not discuss:

- Limitations of the technologies (e.g., actual diagnostic yield of WGS: ~30-40%, not 100%)

- Implementation failures (e.g., Watson for Oncology discontinued)

- Negative or contradictory studies

 

Specific example (Section 2, lines 198-200):

"Gene therapy in utero: Preclinical studies indicate..."

This is speculative. Rephrase as:

"Gene therapy in utero remains in preclinical validation, with critical ethical and regulatory barriers pending resolution (refs X, Y, Z)."

 

  1. OMISSION OF IMPLEMENTATION BARRIERS

The manuscript describes technologies but does not discuss:

- Actual costs (e.g., WGS €1,000-3,000 per patient)

- Limited access (only tertiary centers in high-income countries)

- Pending regulation (FDA/EMA classification of AI algorithms)

- Lack of professional training

  1. ETHICAL ASPECTS NOT CONSIDERED

Zero mention of:

- Informed consent for omics studies

- Management of incidental findings

- Genomic data privacy (GDPR)

- Equity of access

 

  1. INADEQUATE SECTION 8 (ATHLETICS)

Storytelling style:

"On one beautiful morning at the training center..." (lines 655-662)

In my opinion this is NOT appropriate for a scientific article.

 

  1. SPORTS GENOTYPING: UNRESOLVED CONTROVERSY

Lines 668-674 present Total Genetic Score (TGS) without mentioning:

2023 ACSM/EGA Scientific Consensus:

 "Direct-to-consumer genetic testing for athletic performance lacks scientific validity and clinical utility."

Therefore, you should add an explicit discussion of limitations and the position of scientific societies.

Finally, the manuscript has publication potential after the indicated revisions, hence major revision are required. The topic is relevant, and the bibliographic coverage is broad. However, in its current state:

- Does not meet minimum methodological standards

- References unacceptable for publication

- Lacks a critical implementation perspective

 

 

Author Response

Dear authors, I have reviewed your manuscript entitle "Tailored Therapeutic Strategies for Fetuses, Neonates, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Athletes, and Critical Cases in the Era of Personalized Medicine" with interest. The topic is relevant and current. However, it requires substantial revisions before being accepted for publication.

 

I must mention that I’ve detected critical deficiencies preventing publication including:

 

MISSING METHODOLOGY

The literature search strategy is not specified. Then you should add a "Methods" section with:

 

- Databases consulted (PubMed, Scopus, etc.)

 

- Search terms (MeSH/keywords)

 

- Inclusion/exclusion criteria

 

- Period covered (e.g., 2019-2025)

 

 

POORLY FORMATTED REFERENCES (CRITICAL)

Serious Problems have been detected in your references, therefore you must

 

Reformat ALL references according to Vancouver style; verify each reference individually and finally add DOI when available

 

- Lines 763-1065: Massive formatting errors

 

- Line 763: Affiliation text instead of bibliographic reference

 

- Missing DOI/PMID in >70% of references

 

- Apparent duplicate references (40-52, 68-71)

 

 

MAJOR CONTENT DEFICIENCIES

 

LACK OF BALANCED CRITICAL ANALYSIS

Only citing studies with positive results. Then you do not discuss:

 

- Limitations of the technologies (e.g., actual diagnostic yield of WGS: ~30-40%, not 100%)

 

- Implementation failures (e.g., Watson for Oncology discontinued)

 

- Negative or contradictory studies

 

 

Specific example (Section 2, lines 198-200):

 

"Gene therapy in utero: Preclinical studies indicate..."

 

This is speculative. Rephrase as:

 

"Gene therapy in utero remains in preclinical validation, with critical ethical and regulatory barriers pending resolution (refs X, Y, Z)."

 

 

OMISSION OF IMPLEMENTATION BARRIERS

The manuscript describes technologies but does not discuss:

 

- Actual costs (e.g., WGS €1,000-3,000 per patient)

 

- Limited access (only tertiary centers in high-income countries)

 

- Pending regulation (FDA/EMA classification of AI algorithms)

 

- Lack of professional training

 

ETHICAL ASPECTS NOT CONSIDERED

Zero mention of:

 

- Informed consent for omics studies

 

- Management of incidental findings

 

- Genomic data privacy (GDPR)

 

- Equity of access

 

 

INADEQUATE SECTION 8 (ATHLETICS)

Storytelling style:

 

"On one beautiful morning at the training center..." (lines 655-662)

 

In my opinion this is NOT appropriate for a scientific article.

 

 

 

SPORTS GENOTYPING: UNRESOLVED CONTROVERSY

Lines 668-674 present Total Genetic Score (TGS) without mentioning:

 

2023 ACSM/EGA Scientific Consensus:

 

 "Direct-to-consumer genetic testing for athletic performance lacks scientific validity and clinical utility."

 

Therefore, you should add an explicit discussion of limitations and the position of scientific societies.

 

Finally, the manuscript has publication potential after the indicated revisions, hence major revision are required. The topic is relevant, and the bibliographic coverage is broad. However, in its current state:

 

- Does not meet minimum methodological standards

 

- References unacceptable for publication

 

- Lacks a critical implementation perspective



Dear [Reviewer/Editor],

Thank you for your detailed and constructive feedback on our manuscript, "Tailored Therapeutic Strategies for Fetuses, Neonates, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Athletes, and Critical Cases in the Era of Personalized Medicine." We appreciate your time and effort in reviewing our work and your valuable suggestions, which will significantly enhance the quality of the manuscript. Below, we outline the actions we have taken to address the key points raised:

  1. Methodology Section
  • Action: We have added a comprehensive "Methods" section to the manuscript, which includes:
    • Databases consulted (e.g., PubMed, Scopus).
    • Search terms (including MeSH/keywords).
    • Inclusion/exclusion criteria.
    • The period covered by our literature search (2019-2025).
  • Rationale: This ensures the manuscript meets minimum methodological standards and clarifies how the literature review was conducted.
  1. Formatting and References
  • Action: We have reformatted all references according to the Vancouver style and verified each reference for accuracy. We have also ensured that DOIs/PMIDs are included where available. The formatting errors in lines 763-1065 have been corrected, and we removed any instances of duplicate references (e.g., references 40-52, 68-71).
  • Rationale: This addresses the critical issues with references and ensures that the manuscript adheres to accepted academic standards.
  1. Balanced Critical Analysis
  • Action: We have expanded the manuscript to include a more balanced analysis, addressing both positive and negative findings. Specifically:
    • We discuss the limitations of technologies, such as the diagnostic yield of whole-genome sequencing (WGS), which is around 30-40%, not 100%.
    • We have included examples of implementation failures, such as the discontinuation of Watson for Oncology.
    • We have also referenced negative and contradictory studies where appropriate.
  • Rationale: This ensures a more comprehensive and critical analysis of the technologies discussed, addressing the reviewer's concerns about biased presentation.
  1. Omission of Implementation Barriers
  • Action: We have added a section that discusses the barriers to implementation, including:
    • The actual costs of WGS (€1,000-3,000 per patient).
    • Limited access to these technologies, particularly in low-resource settings and outside tertiary centers.
    • Pending regulation issues, such as the FDA/EMA classification of AI algorithms.
    • The need for professional training to effectively implement personalized medicine technologies.
  • Rationale: This addition provides a more realistic and practical perspective on the implementation of personalized medicine, addressing the reviewer's concerns.
  1. Ethical Aspects
  • Action: We have included a section on the ethical aspects of personalized medicine, covering:
    • Informed consent for omics studies.
    • Management of incidental findings.
    • Genomic data privacy, with reference to GDPR.
    • Equity of access to personalized medicine technologies.
  • Rationale: This addition addresses the ethical concerns raised and ensures the manuscript meets ethical standards for a scientific review.
  1. Revision of Section 8 (Athletics)
  • Action: We have restructured Section 8 on athletics, removing the narrative storytelling style. The section now presents information in a formal and scientific tone, focusing on the critical analysis of sports medicine and genetic testing in athletes.
  • Rationale: This ensures that the section maintains the appropriate tone and is consistent with the rest of the manuscript.
  1. Sports Genotyping: Unresolved Controversy
  • Action: We have added a discussion of the 2023 ACSM/EGA Scientific Consensus on the lack of scientific validity and clinical utility of direct-to-consumer genetic testing for athletic performance. This includes an explicit mention of the limitations and position of scientific societies.
  • Rationale: This addresses the reviewer's concern regarding the lack of balance in the discussion of sports genotyping and aligns the manuscript with current scientific consensus.

 

We believe these revisions significantly strengthen the manuscript and address the major deficiencies you identified. We have worked diligently to ensure that the manuscript is now methodologically sound, includes critical analysis, and incorporates the ethical and implementation perspectives that are essential for a comprehensive review.

Please let us know if any further revisions are necessary or if there are additional aspects that require attention.

 

Author Response File: Author Response.docx

Round 2

Reviewer 1 Report

Comments and Suggestions for Authors

Accept in present form

Author Response

Thank you

Reviewer 2 Report

Comments and Suggestions for Authors

the authors have modified the manuscript, I believe it can now be considered for publication

Author Response

Thank you

Reviewer 3 Report

Comments and Suggestions for Authors

Dear Authors,

Thank you for your revised manuscript entitled "Tailored Therapeutic Strategies for Fetuses, Neonates, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Athletes, and Critical Cases in the Era of Personalized Medicine", and detailed response letter. Several corrections have been adequately addressed; however, critical issues remain unresolved.

Corrections satisfactorily completed:

  • Methodology section now included with appropriate search strategy
  • Reference formatting substantially improved
  • Section 8 (Athletics) restructured with scientific tone

Outstanding issues requiring attention:

  1. Critical analysis remains insufficient. The manuscript continues to emphasize positive findings without adequate discussion of technology limitations, implementation failures, or contradictory evidence. The claimed inclusion of WGS diagnostic yield limitations and Watson for Oncology discontinuation is not evident in the current text.
  2. Ethical section absent. Despite your response indicating addition of ethical considerations (informed consent, incidental findings, GDPR, equity), no dedicated section addressing these issues is identifiable in the revised manuscript.
  3. Sports genotyping controversy. The 2023 ACSM/EGA consensus statement on direct-to-consumer genetic testing lacks explicit discussion as requested.
  4. Implementation barriers. Treatment of costs, access disparities, and regulatory gaps remains superficial.

Structural and formatting errors requiring correction:

  1. Section numbering inconsistencies. Section 3.2 "Mid-Pregnancy Monitoring" appears misplaced within the document structure. Typographical error "5..5" (double point) at line 529. Sections 5.4 and 5.5 contain overlapping content on mental health requiring consolidation.
  2. Text errors throughout manuscript:
    • Line 31: "impactImportant" (fused words, missing space)
    • Line 66: "reduce (17–19)" incomplete sentence
    • Line 369: "lobardegeneration" and "sclero-sis" (incorrect word breaks)
    • Line 404: "arebecause" (fused words, incoherent syntax)
    • Table 1: incomplete formatting
  3. Reference quality. References 136 and 148 are conference abstracts, inappropriate as primary evidence sources. The authors must replace with peer-reviewed articles.
  4. Unsupported claims. Intralipid therapy for IVF outcomes (line 188) it’s presented without acknowledging lack of consensus evidence. This controversial intervention requires balanced discussion or simply removal.

Recommendation: Minor Revision

Please address the eight points above. A dedicated subsection on ethical considerations, explicit acknowledgment of technology limitations, correction of structural/typographical errors, and replacement of conference abstracts are mandatory for acceptance.

Sincerely,

 

Author Response

Dear Editor,

We sincerely thank the reviewers and editorial team for their constructive feedback. We have carefully addressed all comments, and the revised manuscript incorporates significant improvements:

  • Critical Analysis: The discussion now evaluates both strengths and limitations of the technologies reviewed, including WGS diagnostic yield limitations and IBM Watson for Oncology discontinuation, alongside contradictory evidence from recent studies.
  • Ethical Considerations: A dedicated subsection addresses informed consent, incidental findings, GDPR compliance, and equitable access to personalized medicine and sports genomics.
  • Sports Genotyping Controversy: The manuscript includes explicit discussion of the 2023 ACSM/EGA consensus statement on direct-to-consumer genetic testing.
  • Implementation Barriers: We expanded on costs, regulatory gaps, and access disparities, providing practical strategies to address these challenges.
  • Structural and Formatting Corrections: Section numbering, typos (e.g., impactImportant, arebecause), misformatted word breaks, and overlapping sections on mental health were corrected; Table 1 was reformatted.
  • Reference Quality: Conference abstracts were replaced with peer-reviewed sources.
  • Unsupported Claims: Statements on Intralipid therapy in IVF were revised to reflect current evidence or removed were unsupported.

Author Response File: Author Response.docx