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Research on Cancer Gene Therapy Described by Scientists at University of Helsinki, Institute for Molecular Medicine

Published in Gene Therapy Weekly, March 24th, 2011

2011 MAR 24 -- Data detailed in 'Oncolytic adenoviruses for the treatment of human cancer: focus on translational and clinical data' have been presented. "Although results of cancer treatment have improved steadily, metastatic solid tumors can be cured only rarely and therefore new modalities are needed. Tumors often become apoptosis-resistant and capable of excluding drugs during therapy," scientists in Helsinki, Finland report.

"Similar mechanisms of resistance apply to many treatment regimens, and cross-resistance between different chemotherapeutics often limits the treatment options. Therefore, loss of efficacy may occur simultaneously for different...

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