Advances and Challenges in Cancer Stem Cells for Onco-Therapeutics.

ABSTRACT: Six decades have passed since the foundational recognition of the primary properties of the stem cells. Research on stem cells has since remained at the forefront of efforts to combat a spectrum of diseases, most notably cancer. Despite remarkable progress in medical science, a definitive cure for cancer has remained elusive, spurring the pursuit of diverse therapeutic strategies, among which stem cell therapy is a particularly promising avenue. Moreover, the utilization of cancer stem cells as a therapeutic source holds immense potential for addressing intractable diseases. The strategy of targeting cancer stem cells is beset with challenges, including immune rejection and disease relapse. Additionally, the capacity to inadvertently generate cancer stem cells upon transplantation undersco

SUBMITTER: Alnasser SM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10719005 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature