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ReviewBiomolecules & biomedicine2025

Tumor hypoxia: Classification, detection, and its critical role in cancer progression.

Yan Zhao, Bing Zhong, Jing-Yi Cao, Qian Wang, Jie Liang, Ke Lu, Sheng-Ming Lu

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Review in Biomolecules & biomedicine, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 7 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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3 · Its place in the literature

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7 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

7 authors.

Yan ZhaoDepartment of Urology, Xuzhou Cancer Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu University, Jiangsu, China; Department of Urology, Xuzhou New Health Geriatric Disease Hospital, Jiangsu, China; Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China.
Bing ZhongDepartment of Urology, The First People's Hospital of Huaian, Nanjing Medical University, Jiangsu, China.
Jing-Yi CaoDepartment of Urology, Xuzhou Cancer Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu University, Jiangsu, China.
Qian WangDepartment of Urology, Xuzhou Cancer Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu University, Jiangsu, China.
Jie LiangDepartment of Urology, Xuzhou Cancer Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu University, Jiangsu, China.
Ke LuDepartment of Urology, Changshu Second People's Hospital, Yangzhou University Fifth Clinical Medical College, Jiangsu, China.
Sheng-Ming LuDepartment of Urology, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, Jiangsu, China.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Hypoxia is a common feature of solid tumors and plays a critical role in cancer progression. A thorough understanding of tumor hypoxia is essential for gaining deeper insights into various aspects of cancer biology. This review examines the key factors contributing to tumor hypoxia, such as inadequate blood supply and oxygen delivery resulting from rapid tumor growth. We present a detailed classification of hypoxic regions and provide an overview of current methods used to identify these areas-from molecular techniques to imaging approaches-offering a comprehensive and multifaceted perspective. Additionally, we explore the mechanisms by which hypoxia drives tumor progression. Under low-oxygen conditions, tumor cells can alter their biological behavior, influencing processes such as cell proliferation, immune evasion, and the maintenance of tumor stem cells. By addressing these dimensions, we aim to enhance understanding of how hypoxia contributes to cancer development. Through this in-depth exploration, we hope this review will offer valuable insights to guide future research and clinical applications.

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NeoplasmsTumor HypoxiaAnimalsDisease ProgressionHumansNeoplastic Stem CellsOxygenTumor MicroenvironmentOxygen

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PMCPMC12447734

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