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  • Oncology
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Cancer Immunology

Background:

  • Observational studies link physical activity and exercise to reduced cancer recurrence and mortality.
  • Preclinical data suggest exercise influences tumor microenvironment (vascularity, hypoxia, metabolism) and immune response.
  • Exercise may enhance the efficacy of standard cancer therapies like chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review preclinical and clinical evidence on exercise's role in modulating cancer therapeutic response.
  • To explore the biological mechanisms behind exercise's effects on cancer treatment.
  • To examine exercise's implications for responses to radiation, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of preclinical and clinical studies.
  • Analysis of proposed biological mechanisms.
  • Examination of evidence for exercise's impact on various cancer treatments.

Main Results:

  • Exercise is associated with improved outcomes in several cancer types.
  • Exercise modulates tumor vascularization, hypoxia, metabolism, and immune cell infiltration.
  • Evidence suggests exercise can enhance chemotherapy and potentially radiotherapy efficacy.

Conclusions:

  • Exercise is a promising supportive therapy that can modulate tumor biology and enhance treatment response.
  • Understanding the mechanisms of exercise's impact can optimize cancer care strategies.
  • Further research is warranted to integrate exercise into standard cancer treatment protocols.