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The Role of Inflammation in Cancer: Mechanisms of Tumor Initiation, Progression, and Metastasis.
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170 citing papers in PubMed, 7 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
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Abstract
Inflammation is an essential component of the immune response that protects the host against pathogens and facilitates tissue repair. Chronic inflammation is a critical factor in cancer development and progression. It affects every stage of tumor development, from initiation and promotion to invasion and metastasis. Tumors often create an inflammatory microenvironment that induces angiogenesis, immune suppression, and malignant growth. Immune cells within the tumor microenvironment interact actively with cancer cells, which drives progression through complex molecular mechanisms. Chronic inflammation is triggered by factors such as infections, obesity, and environmental toxins and is strongly linked to increased cancer risk. However, acute inflammatory responses can sometimes boost antitumor immunity; thus, inflammation presents both challenges and opportunities for therapeutic intervention. This review examines how inflammation contributes to tumor biology, emphasizing its dual role as a critical factor in tumorigenesis and as a potential therapeutic target.
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