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Research progress of nanomaterial drug delivery in tumor targeted therapy
Peng Zhang1, Guihua Ye2, Guofeng Xie3
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Longgang Otorhinolaryngology Hospital & Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Otorhinolaryngology, Shenzhen Institute of Otorhinolaryngology, Shenzhen, China.
Abstract:
Cancer is one of the most lethal diseases in human society, and its incidence is gradually increasing. However, the current tumor treatment often meets the problem of poor efficacy and big side effects. The unique physical and chemical properties of nanomaterials can target the delivery of drugs to tumors, which can improve the therapeutic effect while reducing the damage of drugs to normal cells. This makes nanomaterials become a hot topic in the field of biomedicine. This review summarizes the recent progress of nanomaterials in tumor targeted therapy.
Insights
Nanomaterials offer a promising approach to cancer treatment by targeting drug delivery to tumors. This improves therapeutic effects and reduces side effects on healthy cells, advancing tumor targeted therapy.
Area of Science:
- Biomedicine
- Materials Science
- Oncology
Background:
- Cancer remains a leading cause of death with increasing incidence.
- Current cancer treatments suffer from limited efficacy and significant side effects.
- Nanomaterials possess unique properties suitable for targeted drug delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent advancements in the application of nanomaterials for tumor targeted therapy.
- To highlight the potential of nanomaterials in improving cancer treatment outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of recent research on nanomaterials in cancer therapy.
- Analysis of studies focusing on targeted drug delivery systems.
- Synthesis of information on the efficacy and safety of nanomedicines.
Main Results:
- Nanomaterials enable targeted delivery of therapeutic agents to tumor sites.
- This targeted approach enhances drug efficacy and minimizes damage to normal tissues.
- Significant progress has been made in developing nanomaterial-based cancer therapies.
Conclusions:
- Nanomaterials represent a significant breakthrough in developing more effective and less toxic cancer treatments.
- Targeted delivery using nanomaterials is a key strategy for improving tumor therapy.
- Further research in this field holds great promise for future cancer care.
