reviewMolecular BiomedicineJan 6, 2025DIAMOND OA

Molecular mechanisms and therapeutic strategies in overcoming chemotherapy resistance in cancer

Shanghai Jiao Tong University · Renji Hospital · +5 more institutions

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Abstract

Cancer remains a leading cause of mortality globally and a major health burden, with chemotherapy often serving as the primary therapeutic option for patients with advanced-stage disease, partially compensating for the limitations of non-curative treatments. However, the emergence of chemotherapy resistance significantly limits its efficacy, posing a major clinical challenge. Moreover, heterogeneity of resistance mechanisms across cancer types complicates the development of universally effective diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of chemoresistance and identifying strategies to overcome it are current research focal points. This review provides a comprehensive…

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Keywords
  • Cancer chemotherapy
  • Chemotherapy
  • Resistance (ecology)
  • Cancer
  • Medicine
  • Negative therapeutic reaction
  • Cancer research
  • Computational biology
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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