Innovations in cancer immunotherapy: A comprehensive overview of recent breakthroughs and future directions

Chou Yi Hsu, Harikumar Pallathadka, Saade Abdalkareem Jasim, Jasur Rizaev, Dmitry Olegovich Bokov, Ahmed Hjazi, Shriya Mahajan, Yasser Fakri Mustafa, Beneen Husseen, Mohammed Abed Jawad

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Abstract

A major advance in cancer treatment has been the development and refinement of cancer immunotherapy. The discovery of immunotherapies for a wide range of cancers has revolutionized cancer treatment paradigms. Despite relapse or refractory disease, immunotherapy approaches can prolong the life expectancy of metastatic cancer patients. Multiple therapeutic approaches and agents are currently being developed to manipulate various aspects of the immune system. Oncolytic viruses, cancer vaccines, adoptive cell therapies, monoclonal antibodies, cytokine therapies, and inhibitors of immune checkpoints have all proven successful in clinical trials. There are several types of immunotherapeutic approaches available for treating cancer, and others are being tested in preclinical and clinical settings. Immunotherapy has proven successful, and many agents and strategies have been developed to improve its effectiveness. The purpose of this article is to present a comprehensive overview of current immunotherapy approaches used to treat cancer. Cancer immunotherapy advancements, emerging patterns, constraints, and potential future breakthroughs are also discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Article number104588
JournalCritical Reviews in Oncology/Hematology
Volume206
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 2025

Keywords

  • CAR T-cells
  • Cancer immunotherapy
  • Cancer vaccines
  • Cytokine therapies
  • Immune checkpoint inhibitors
  • Monoclonal antibodies
  • Oncolytic viro-immunotherapy

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