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The pathogenesis of mucositis: updated perspectives and emerging targets
J Bowen1, N Al-Dasooqi2, P Bossi3
1Adelaide Medical School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. joanne.bowen@adelaide.edu.au.
Abstract:
Mucositis research and treatment are a rapidly evolving field providing constant new avenues of research and potential therapies. The MASCC/ISOO Mucositis Study Group regularly assesses available literature relating to pathogenesis, mechanisms, and novel therapeutic approaches and distils this to summary perspectives and recommendations. Reviewers assessed 164 articles published between January 2011 and June 2016 to identify progress made since the last review and highlight new targets for further investigation. Findings were organized into sections including established and emerging mediators of toxicity, potential insights from technological advances in mucositis research, and perspective. Research momentum is accelerating for mucositis pathogenesis, and with this has come utilization of new models and interventions that target specific mechanisms of injury. Technological advances have the potential to revolutionize the field of mucositis research, although focused effort is needed to move rationally targeted interventions to the clinical setting.
Insights
Researchers reviewed recent mucositis literature, identifying key mediators of toxicity and therapeutic targets. Technological advances show promise for revolutionizing mucositis research and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Gastroenterology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Mucositis research and treatment is a rapidly evolving field.
- The MASCC/ISOO Mucositis Study Group regularly assesses literature on pathogenesis, mechanisms, and therapies.
- Previous reviews have provided perspectives and recommendations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess progress in mucositis research since the last review.
- To identify new targets for further investigation.
- To summarize perspectives and recommendations on novel therapeutic approaches.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature review of 164 articles published between January 2011 and June 2016.
- Assessment of established and emerging mediators of toxicity.
- Evaluation of technological advances in mucositis research.
Main Results:
- Research momentum in mucositis pathogenesis is accelerating.
- New models and interventions targeting specific injury mechanisms are being utilized.
- Technological advances offer potential to revolutionize mucositis research.
Conclusions:
- Significant progress has been made in understanding mucositis pathogenesis.
- Focused effort is needed to translate rationally targeted interventions to clinical practice.
- Novel therapeutic approaches are emerging, driven by technological advancements.
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