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Ultrasound-directed microbubbles could boost immune response against tumors


Published on 2025-01-15 16:22:29 - MSN
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  • A new paper by a team of Concordia researchers from the departments of Biology and Physics proposes a novel method of fighting cancer tumors that uses ultrasound-guided microbubbles
  • a technology already widely used in medical imaging and drug delivery.

The article from MSN discusses a novel cancer treatment approach involving the use of ultrasound-directed microbubbles to enhance the immune response against tumors. Researchers have developed a method where microbubbles, when injected into the bloodstream and targeted by ultrasound, can burst and release their contents directly at the tumor site. This technique not only helps in delivering drugs more effectively but also activates the immune system by exposing it to tumor antigens released from the burst microbubbles. This activation could potentially lead to a stronger, more targeted immune attack on cancer cells, improving outcomes for patients with various types of tumors. The study, which has shown promising results in preclinical models, suggests that this could be a less invasive and more precise way to treat cancer, potentially reducing the side effects associated with traditional chemotherapy and radiation.

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