Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
164, P. 114985 - 114985
Published: June 11, 2023
The
gut
microbiota
is
indispensable
for
maintaining
host
health
by
enhancing
the
host's
digestive
capacity,
safeguarding
intestinal
epithelial
barrier,
and
preventing
pathogen
invasion.
Additionally,
exhibits
a
bidirectional
interaction
with
immune
system
promotes
of
to
mature.
Dysbiosis
microbiota,
primarily
caused
factors
such
as
genetic
susceptibility,
age,
BMI,
diet,
drug
abuse,
significant
contributor
inflammatory
diseases.
However,
mechanisms
underlying
diseases
resulting
from
dysbiosis
lack
systematic
categorization.
In
this
study,
we
summarize
normal
physiological
functions
symbiotic
in
healthy
state
demonstrate
that
when
occurs
due
various
external
factors,
are
lost,
leading
pathological
damage
lining,
metabolic
disorders,
barrier
damage.
This,
turn,
triggers
disorders
eventually
causes
systems.
These
discoveries
provide
fresh
perspectives
on
how
diagnose
treat
unrecognized
variables
might
affect
link
between
illnesses
need
further
studies
extensive
basic
clinical
research
will
still
be
required
investigate
relationship
future.
Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
150(5)
Published: May 7, 2024
Abstract
Background
Tumor
growth
is
closely
linked
to
the
activities
of
various
cells
in
tumor
microenvironment
(TME),
particularly
immune
cells.
During
progression,
circulating
monocytes
and
macrophages
are
recruited,
altering
TME
accelerating
growth.
These
adjust
their
functions
response
signals
from
stromal
Tumor-associated
(TAMs),
similar
M2
macrophages,
key
regulators
TME.
Methods
We
review
origins,
characteristics,
TAMs
within
This
analysis
includes
mechanisms
through
which
facilitate
evasion
promote
metastasis.
Additionally,
we
explore
potential
therapeutic
strategies
that
target
TAMs.
Results
instrumental
mediating
malignant
behaviors.
They
release
cytokines
inhibit
effector
attract
additional
immunosuppressive
primarily
T
cells,
inducing
exhaustion
directly,
influencing
activity
indirectly
cellular
interactions,
or
suppressing
checkpoints.
directly
involved
proliferation,
angiogenesis,
invasion,
Summary
Developing
innovative
tumor-targeted
therapies
immunotherapeutic
currently
a
promising
focus
oncology.
Given
pivotal
role
evasion,
several
approaches
have
been
devised
them.
include
leveraging
epigenetics,
metabolic
reprogramming,
engineering
repolarize
TAMs,
inhibiting
recruitment
activity,
using
as
drug
delivery
vehicles.
Although
some
these
remain
distant
clinical
application,
believe
future
targeting
will
offer
significant
benefits
cancer
patients.
Frontiers in Immunology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
14
Published: Nov. 14, 2023
Tumor-associated
macrophages
(TAMs)
are
integral
to
the
tumor
microenvironment
(TME),
influencing
cancer
progression
significantly.
Attracted
by
cell
signals,
TAMs
exhibit
unparalleled
adaptability,
aligning
with
dynamic
milieu.
Their
roles
span
from
promoting
growth
and
angiogenesis
modulating
metastasis.
While
substantial
research
has
explored
fundamentals
of
TAMs,
comprehending
their
adaptive
behavior,
leveraging
it
for
novel
treatments
remains
challenging.
This
review
delves
into
TAM
polarization,
metabolic
shifts,
complex
orchestration
cytokines
chemokines
determining
functions.
We
highlight
complexities
TAM-targeted
focusing
on
adaptability
potential
variability
in
therapeutic
outcomes.
Moreover,
we
discuss
synergy
integrating
TAM-focused
strategies
established
treatments,
such
as
chemotherapy,
immunotherapy.
Emphasis
is
laid
pioneering
methods
like
reprogramming
immunotherapy
adoption
single-cell
technologies
precision
intervention.
synthesis
seeks
shed
light
TAMs’
multifaceted
cancer,
pinpointing
prospective
pathways
transformative
enhancing
modalities
oncology.
Frontiers in Immunology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: Jan. 22, 2025
Background
and
aims
Immunologically
hot
tumors,
characterized
by
an
inflamed
tumor
microenvironment
(TME),
contrast
significantly
with
immunologically
cold
tumors.
The
identification
of
these
immune
subtypes
holds
clinical
significance,
as
tumors
may
exhibit
improved
prognoses
heightened
responsiveness
to
checkpoint
blockade
therapy.
Nevertheless,
yet
there
is
no
consensus
regarding
the
clinically
relevant
definition
hot/cold
influence
genes
on
formation
remains
poorly
understood.
Methods
Data
for
33
different
types
cancer
were
obtained
from
Cancer
Genome
Atlas
database,
their
composition
was
assessed
using
CIBERSORT
algorithm.
Tumors
categorized
either
or
based
distinct
composition,
ongoing
response,
overall
survival.
A
customized
immunogram
created
identify
important
immunological
characteristics.
Kyoto
Encyclopedia
Genes
Genomes
Hallmark
pathway
enrichment
evaluated
through
gene
set
variation
analysis.
Additionally,
hub
that
regulate
identified,
expression
patterns
analyzed
single-cell
RNA
sequencing.
Furthermore,
drug
sensitivity
molecular
docking
analyses
performed
potential
candidates
capable
transforming
into
For
validation,
a
cohort
patients
diagnosed
pancreatic
adenocarcinoma
examined
multiplex
immunohistochemistry.
Results
We
able
differentiate
between
in
various
(bladder
urothelial
carcinoma,
adenocarcinoma,
cervical
squamous
cell
carcinoma)
analyzing
presence
CD8+
T
cells,
activated
natural
killer
M2-type
macrophages,
well
cytolytic
activity
proliferation.
Hub
TME,
including
PDCD1
,
CD276
NT5E
discovered.
increased
its
prognostic
significance
confirmed
immunohistochemistry
adenocarcinoma.
Finally,
dasatinib
tozasertib
identified
converting
Conclusion
In
this
study,
we
developed
framework
discerning
significant
across
types,
further
identifying
several
targets
enhance
anticancer
treatment
efficacy.
Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
167, P. 115610 - 115610
Published: Sept. 30, 2023
Esophageal
squamous
carcinoma
(ESCC)
is
a
prevalent
and
highly
lethal
malignant
tumor,
with
five-year
survival
rate
of
approximately
20
%.
Tumor-associated
macrophages
(TAMs)
are
the
most
prominent
immune
cells
in
tumor
microenvironment
(TME),
comprising
over
50
%
volume.
TAMs
can
be
polarized
into
two
distinct
phenotypes,
M1-type
M2-type,
through
interactions
cancer
cells.
M2-type
more
abundant
than
TME,
contributing
to
progression,
such
as
cell
construction
an
immunosuppressive
environment.
This
review
focuses
on
role
ESCC,
including
their
polarization,
impact
proliferation,
angiogenesis,
invasion,
migration,
therapy
resistance,
immunosuppression.
In
addition,
we
discuss
potential
targeting
for
clinical
ESCC.
A
thorough
comprehension
molecular
biology
about
essential
development
innovative
therapeutic
strategies
treat
Human Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
20(1)
Published: July 3, 2024
Recently,
CAR-T
cell
therapy
in
hematological
malignancies
has
received
extensive
attention.
The
objective
of
this
study
is
to
gain
a
comprehensive
understanding
the
current
research
status,
development
trends,
hotspots,
and
emerging
topics
pertaining
cells
treatment
malignancies.
Articles
for
from
years
2012
2023
were
obtained
assessed
Web
Science
Core
Collection
(WoSCC).
A
bibliometric
approach
was
employed
conduct
scientific,
comprehensive,
quantitative
analysis,
as
well
visual
particular
domain.
analysis
conducted
on
corpus
3643
articles,
which
collaboratively
authored
by
72
countries
various
institutions.
treating
shows
an
increasing
trend
each
year.
Notably,
identified
institutions
displaying
highest
level
activity,
journals
with
most
citations
output,
authors
who
garnered
frequency
co-citations.
Furthermore,
successfully
hotspots
highlighted
six
within
This
exploration
about
2023.
findings
will
serve
valuable
reference
guide
researchers
seeking
delve
deeper
into
field
determine
future
direction
their
research.
International Journal of Oncology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
64(6)
Published: April 30, 2024
Tumor‑associated
macrophages
(TAMs)
are
essential
components
of
the
tumor
microenvironment
(TME)
and
display
phenotypic
heterogeneity
plasticity
associated
with
stimulation
bioactive
molecules
within
TME.
TAMs
predominantly
exhibit
tumor‑promoting
phenotypes
involved
in
progression,
such
as
angiogenesis,
metastasis,
immunosuppression
resistance
to
therapies.
In
addition,
have
potential
regulate
cytotoxic
elimination
phagocytosis
cancer
cells
interact
other
immune
engage
innate
adaptive
systems.
this
context,
targeting
has
been
a
popular
area
research
therapy,
comprehensive
understanding
complex
role
progression
exploration
macrophage‑based
therapeutic
approaches
for
future
therapeutics
against
cancers.
The
present
review
provided
updated
overview
function
summarized
recent
advances
TAM‑targeting
strategies
discussed
obstacles
perspectives
therapies
Critical Reviews™ in Oncogenesis,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29(4), P. 97 - 125
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Tumor-associated
macrophages
(TAMs)
are
the
predominant
cell
infiltrate
in
immunosuppressive
tumor
microenvironment
(TME).
TAMs
central
to
fostering
pro-inflammatory
conditions,
growth,
metastasis,
and
inhibiting
therapy
responses.
Many
cancer
patients
innately
refractory
chemotherapy
or
develop
resistance
following
initial
treatments.
There
is
a
clinical
correlation
between
level
of
TME
chemoresistance.
Hence,
pivotal
role
contributing
chemoresistance
has
garnered
significant
attention
toward
targeting
reverse
this
resistance.
A
prerequisite
for
such
an
approach
requires
thorough
understanding
various
underlying
mechanisms
by
which
inhibit
response
chemotherapeutic
drugs.
Such
include
enhancing
drug
efflux,
regulating
metabolism
detoxification,
supporting
stem
(CSCs)
resistance,
promoting
epithelial-mesenchymal
transition
(EMT),
penetration
its
metabolism,
stimulating
angiogenesis,
impacting
inhibitory
STAT3/NF-κB
survival
pathways,
releasing
specific
cytokines
including
TGF-β
IL-10.
Accordingly,
several
strategies
have
been
developed
overcome
TAM-modulated
These
novel
therapies
that
aim
deplete
TAMs,
repolarize
them
anti-tumor
M1-like
phenotype,
block
recruitment
monocytes
into
TME.
Current
results
from
TAM-targeted
treatments
unimpressive;
however,
use
combination
appears
promising
with
radiotherapy,
chemotherapy,
chemokine
receptor
inhibitors,
immunotherapy,
loaded
nanoparticles.
The
limitations
these
discussed.