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ArticleWorld journal of clinical oncology2025

Can astragalus polysaccharides truly boost the treatment of pancreatic cancer?

Xiao-Bing Li

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Article in World journal of clinical oncology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Xiao-Bing LiDepartment of Thoracic Oncology, Hubei Cancer Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430079, Hubei Province, China. lixiaobing0629@126.com.

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Abstract

The research on astragalus polysaccharides (APS) in pancreatic cancer has garnered increasing interest due to its potential therapeutic benefits. APS, derived from the Astragalus membranaceus plant, exhibits diverse biological activities, including immune modulation and anti-tumor effects. In this study, we presented a retrospective analysis study exploring the potential benefits of combining APS with gemcitabine plus tegafur gimeracil oteracil potassium capsule (S-1) in pancreatic cancer treatment. The finding suggests that APS may enhance treatment efficacy, improve immune function, and reduce adverse reactions, offering a valuable complementary approach to standard chemotherapy. Further research is needed to validate these findings and optimize APS usage in clinical practice. This combination therapy represents a compelling avenue for improving pancreatic cancer management and may ultimately contribute to better patient outcomes.

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Astragalus polysaccharidesDrug combinationPancreatic cancer

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