Extracellular vesicles in cancer — implications for future improvements in cancer care

Extracellular vesicles in cancer — implications for future improvements in cancer careExtracellular vesicles in cancer — implications for future improvements in cancer care, Published online: 23 May 2018; doi:10.1038/s41571-018-0036-9Emerging evidence indicates that tumour-derived extracellular vesicles (EVs), notably exosomes, mediate intercellular communication to promote cancer development and progression. Herein, the authors discuss EV properties and physiological functions, particularly their pro-metastatic effects, and highlight the diagnostic and therapeutic potential of EVs in cancer.

Source: Nature Clinical Practice Oncology - May 23, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Rong Xu Alin Rai Maoshan Chen Wittaya Suwakulsiri David W. Greening Richard J. Simpson Source Type: research