Department of Radiation Medicine Program, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Canada
Mini Review
The Immune Revolution: Immunotherapy's Evolution in Cancer Management
Author(s): Saverin Elvatan* and Jan Z. Nager
Immunotherapy represents a ground breaking approach in cancer treatment, leveraging the body's immune system to combat malignancies. This review explores the fundamentals, advancements, challenges, and future prospects of immunotherapy in oncology. It discusses key immunotherapeutic modalities, including immune checkpoint inhibitors, adoptive cell transfer, and personalized medicine, elucidating their mechanisms and clinical implications. Current research endeavors, such as combination therapies and overcoming treatment resistance, are highlighted, along with the significance of clinical trials in shaping immunotherapy's landscape. Despite its successes, challenges persist, emphasizing the need to address treatment limitations and adverse effects. The discussion navigates the balance between promises and limitations while envisioning a future where immunotherapy transforms can.. View More»