13P MDSC (myeloid-derived suppressor cells) is an important immunosuppressing factor and functionally related with VEGF and IL-17 in patients with gastrointestinal cancer

ConclusionThe key mechanisms of immunosuppression in these patients are systemic inflammation involving MDSC, VEGF and IL-17. Immune checkpoint inhibitors might be more effective with a decreased MDSC by controlling VEGF and IL-17.Legal entity responsible for the studyMasahiko Shibata.FundingHas not received any funding.DisclosureAll authors have declared no conflicts of interest.
Source: Annals of Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research