Tumors hijack immune cells to protect themselves
Tumors manipulate myeloid progenitor cells to create immunosuppressive macrophages, aiding their growth.
Why it matters
- Understands a key mechanism by which tumors evade the immune system.
- Potential for new therapeutic targets in cancer treatment.
The big picture
- Tumors can manipulate the immune system to their advantage.
- This process involves myeloid progenitor cells and immunosuppressive macrophages.
What they're saying
- Commenters highlight the significance of tumors hijacking immune cells.
Caveats
- Detailed study information is missing.
- Some uncertainty about the findings.
What’s next
- Further research could explore therapeutic interventions to prevent this hijacking mechanism.