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Mesenchymal Stem Cells

A Boon or Bane in Cancer Progression and Metastasis

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Abstract

Tumor microenvironment (TME) is a complex network with a heterogeneous ensemble of cancer cells, mesenchymal stromal/stem cells (MSCs), inflammatory cells, immune cells, secreted factors, and extracellular matrix proteins. The interaction between cancer cells and its microenvironment decides the fate of tumors. This justifies the present impetus to target the components of the TME for better therapeutic responses. MSCs are integral components of the TME that play an active role in tumor initiation, progression, and metastasis. MSCs, owing to their antitumorigenic activity, ease of isolation, and inherent migratory capabilities, have emerged as effective anticancer therapeutics. In the present chapter, we discuss recent advances on the role of MSCs as potent antitumor agents. Additionally, we explore the therapeutic potential of MSCs and MSC-derived extracellular vesicles as carriers for anticancer agents at the preclinical and clinical levels. Therefore, it is anticipated that the new insights into the use of MSCs as anticancer agents will lead to the development of novel stem cell-based therapeutic strategies that enhance the safety and survivability of cancer patients.

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AD acknowledges institutional funding provided by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India for Projects under Healthcare theme. The fellowship provided by CSIR-JRF/SRF to RY is gratefully acknowledged (Manuscript Communication number: IICT/Pubs./2021/130).

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Yeeravalli, R., Das, A. (2022). Mesenchymal Stem Cells. In: Chakraborti, S. (eds) Handbook of Oxidative Stress in Cancer: Therapeutic Aspects. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-1247-3_228-1

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