Department of Oncology, Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, India
Mini Review
The Viral Knock: Using the Oncolytic Newcastle Disease Virus to Improve Cancer Treatment
Author(s): Anshik Pathak*
Cancer has remained a formidable challenge to modern medicine, demanding innovative approaches to improve treatment outcomes. In recent
years, oncolytic virotherapy has emerged as a promising field, capitalizing on the ability of certain viruses to selectively target and destroy cancer
cells while sparing healthy tissues. Among these viral warriors, the Oncolytic Newcastle Disease Virus (NDV) has shown remarkable potential as
a potent cancer treatment agent. This review explores the biology, mechanisms of action, and current research surrounding NDV-based therapies,
highlighting its ability to revolutionize cancer treatment and bring hope to patients and oncologists alike. Cancer continues to be a leading cause of
mortality worldwide, necessitating a constant quest for novel and more effective therapeutic strategies. Conventional treatments such as surgery,
che.. Read More»
DOI:
10.37421/2155-9619.2023.14.547
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