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Immunotherapy in Oral Cancer
Sunil Paramel Mohan1, Manoj K Bhaskaran2, Ashford L George2
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Sree Anjaneya Institute of Dental Sciences, Calicut, Kerala, India.
Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences
|June 15, 2019
Summary
Immunotherapy shows promise as an adjuvant cancer treatment. Patient selection based on their unique immune profile is crucial for successful immunotherapy outcomes, especially in oral squamous cell carcinoma.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Immunology
Background:
- Immunotherapy is an emerging cancer treatment modality.
- It may serve as a fourth pillar alongside surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy.
- Understanding tumor immunity is essential for effective immunotherapy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the fundamental aspects of tumor immunity.
- To explore the principles of immunotherapy in cancer treatment.
- To focus on the application of immunotherapy in oral squamous cell carcinoma.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of tumor immunity.
- Review of immunotherapy principles and applications.
- Focused analysis on oral squamous cell carcinoma.
Main Results:
- Immunotherapy is a promising adjuvant cancer therapy.
- Careful patient selection is key to immunotherapy success.
- Patient's immunological contexture influences treatment outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Immunotherapy represents a significant advancement in cancer treatment.
- Personalized patient selection is vital for optimizing immunotherapy efficacy.
- Further research into tumor immunity can enhance oral squamous cell carcinoma treatment strategies.
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