Uncovering the complex role of interferon-gamma in suppressing type 2 immunity to cancer

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Cancer involves cells' abnormal growth and ability to invade or metastasize to different body parts. Cancerous cells can divide uncontrollably and spread to other areas through the lymphatic or circulatory systems. Tumors form when malignant cells clump together in an uncontrolled manner. In this context, the cytokine interferon-gamma (IFN-γ) is crucial in regulating immunological responses, particularly malignancy. While IFN-γ is well-known for its potent anti-tumor effects by activating type 1 immunity, recent research has revealed its ability to suppress type 2 immunity, associated with allergy and inflammatory responses. This review aims to elucidate the intricate function of IFN-γ in inhibiting type 2 immune responses to cancer. We explore how IFN-γ influences the development and function of immune cells involved in type 2 immunity, such as mast cells, eosinophils, and T-helper 2 (Th2) cells. Additionally, we investigate the impact of IFN-mediated reduction of type 2 immunity on tumor development, metastasis, and the response to immunotherapeutic interventions. To develop successful cancer immunotherapies, it is crucial to comprehend the complex interplay between type 2 and type 1 immune response and the regulatory role of IFN-γ. This understanding holds tremendous promise for the development of innovative treatment approaches that harness the abilities of both immune response types to combat cancer. However, unraveling the intricate interplay between IFN-γ and type 2 immunity in the tumor microenvironment will be essential for achieving this goal.

Medienart:

E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2023

Erschienen:

2023

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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:171

Enthalten in:

Cytokine - 171(2023) vom: 05. Nov., Seite 156376

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Bhat, Asif Ahmad [VerfasserIn]
Goyal, Ahsas [VerfasserIn]
Thapa, Riya [VerfasserIn]
Almalki, Waleed Hassan [VerfasserIn]
Kazmi, Imran [VerfasserIn]
Alzarea, Sami I [VerfasserIn]
Singh, Mahaveer [VerfasserIn]
Rohilla, Suman [VerfasserIn]
Saini, Tarun Kumar [VerfasserIn]
Kukreti, Neelima [VerfasserIn]
Meenakshi, Dhanalekshmi Unnikrishnan [VerfasserIn]
Fuloria, Neeraj Kumar [VerfasserIn]
Sekar, Mahendran [VerfasserIn]
Gupta, Gaurav [VerfasserIn]

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Themen:

Cancer
Cytokines
IFN-γ signaling
Journal Article
Review
T-helper 2
Type 2 immunity

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Date Revised 08.10.2023

published: Print-Electronic

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doi:

10.1016/j.cyto.2023.156376

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NLM362447136