[Research status of molecular targeted therapy in thymic epithelial tumors]

Lizhu Chen1, Kailiang Wu2

  • 1Department of Radiation Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center; Department of Oncology, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, China; Fujian Provincial Cancer Hospital, Fuzhou 350014, China.

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Molecular target therapy shows promise for thymic epithelial tumors. Research into molecular mechanisms and targeted drugs offers a potential new treatment option for patients.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Pharmacology

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