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Integrating Therapeutic Ultrasound With Nanosized Drug Delivery Systems in the Battle Against Cancer
- Source :
- Technology in Cancer Research & Treatment, Vol 22 (2023)
- Publication Year :
- 2023
- Publisher :
- SAGE Publishing, 2023.
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Abstract
- Controlled, localized, and timely activation of nanosized drug delivery systems (NSDDSs), using an external stimulus such as therapeutic ultrasound (TUS), can improve the efficacy of cancer treatments compared to either conventional chemotherapy methods or passive NSDDSs alone. Specifically, TUS induces thermal and mechanical effects that trigger drug release from NSDDSs and overcomes drug delivery barriers in tumor microenvironments to allow nanoparticle drug carriers to penetrate more deeply into tumor tissue while minimizing side effects. This review highlights recent advancements, contemplates future prospects, and addresses challenges in using TUS-mediated NSDDSs for cancer treatment, encompassing preclinical and clinical applications.
- Subjects :
- Neoplasms. Tumors. Oncology. Including cancer and carcinogens
RC254-282
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 15330338
- Volume :
- 22
- Database :
- Directory of Open Access Journals
- Journal :
- Technology in Cancer Research & Treatment
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- edsdoj.49c75e8e49bd4851b3f164f2ae5d494a
- Document Type :
- article
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1177/15330338231211472