Issue 28, 2023

Anti-inflammatory strategies for photothermal therapy of cancer

Abstract

High temperature generated by photothermal therapy (PTT) can trigger an inflammatory response at the tumor site, which not only limits the efficacy of PTT but also increases the risk of tumor metastasis and recurrence. In light of the current limitations posed by inflammation in PTT, several studies have revealed that inhibiting PTT-induced inflammation can significantly improve the efficacy of cancer treatment. In this review, we summarize the research progress made in combining anti-inflammatory strategies to enhance the effectiveness of PTT. The goal is to offer valuable insights for developing better-designed photothermal agents in clinical cancer therapy.

Graphical abstract: Anti-inflammatory strategies for photothermal therapy of cancer

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
15 Apr 2023
Accepted
22 May 2023
First published
23 May 2023

J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023,11, 6478-6490

Anti-inflammatory strategies for photothermal therapy of cancer

M. Shi, X. Liu, W. Pan, N. Li and B. Tang, J. Mater. Chem. B, 2023, 11, 6478 DOI: 10.1039/D3TB00839H

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