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ReviewImmunoTargets and therapy2025

Current Advances and Challenges in CAR-T Therapy for Hematological and Solid Tumors.

Gengtian Zhang, Mengyao Bai, Hanzhi Du, Yue Yuan, Yidan Wang, Weijing Fan, Huachao Zhu, Di Wu, Pengcheng He, Busheng Xue

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Review in ImmunoTargets and therapy, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 13 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

13 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

10 authors.

Gengtian Zhang *Health Science Center, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710061, People's Republic of China.ORCID 0009-0004-0501-3019
Mengyao Bai *Health Science Center, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710061, People's Republic of China.
Hanzhi DuDepartment of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710061, People's Republic of China.
Yue YuanDepartment of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710061, People's Republic of China.ORCID 0009-0008-2978-1003
Yidan WangDepartment of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710061, People's Republic of China.ORCID 0009-0007-0309-5673
Weijing FanDepartment of Radiation Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710061, People's Republic of China.
Huachao ZhuDepartment of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710061, People's Republic of China.ORCID 0009-0004-0699-6547
Di WuDepartment of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710061, People's Republic of China.
Pengcheng HeDepartment of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710061, People's Republic of China.ORCID 0009-0003-5292-239X
Busheng XueDepartment of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710061, People's Republic of China.ORCID 0000-0002-7436-6588

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Introduction: Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy has revolutionized the treatment of refractory hematological malignancies, yet significant challenges persist in extending its success to solid tumors. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current landscape and future perspectives of CAR-T therapy in both hematological malignancies and solid tumors. Methods: A thorough literature search was conducted to identify relevant preclinical and clinical studies, as well as review articles, focusing on CAR-T therapy in various hematological malignancies and solid tumors. The collected information was synthesized to discuss the current applications, challenges, and strategies for improving CAR-T therapy in these settings. Results: CAR-T therapy has demonstrated impressive clinical outcomes in treating certain hematological malignancies, such as B-cell lymphoma, leukemia, and multiple myeloma. However, the efficacy of CAR-T cells in solid tumors has been limited due to various obstacles, including tumor heterogeneity, immunosuppressive microenvironment, and off-tumor toxicities. Strategies to overcome these challenges involve advanced CAR designs, combination therapies, and novel approaches to CAR-T cell manufacturing and engineering. Conclusion: While CAR-T therapy has revolutionized the treatment of some hematological malignancies, significant hurdles remain in extending its success to solid tumors. Continued research efforts focusing on improving CAR-T cell efficacy, safety, and accessibility will be crucial in unlocking the full potential of this innovative immunotherapeutic approach across a broad spectrum of cancer types.

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CAR-Tclinical challengeshematological malignanciessolid tumorstranslational advances

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PMCPMC12212355

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