Quercetin’s Role in Breast Cancer Immunomodulation
Author Information
Author(s): Fang Liguang, Gao Dandan, Wang Tong, Zhao Haijun, Zhang Yanan, Wang Shijun
Primary Institution: Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Hypothesis
Quercetin can enhance the efficacy of immunotherapy for breast cancer by modulating the immune microenvironment.
Conclusion
Quercetin is highlighted as a natural immunomodulator that enhances immune cell activity and has the potential to be developed as an adjunct for breast cancer treatment.
Supporting Evidence
- Quercetin enhances the activity of immune cells in the tumor microenvironment.
- It inhibits tumor angiogenesis and reduces lactic acid production in tumor cells.
- Quercetin can improve the efficacy of immunotherapy by modulating systemic inflammation.
- It regulates the composition of intestinal microbiota, which can affect treatment outcomes.
Takeaway
Quercetin is a natural substance that helps the body's immune system fight breast cancer better.
Methodology
The study is a review of pharmacological research on quercetin's effects on anti-tumor immunity in breast cancer.
Limitations
Challenges in clinical application include low absorption rates and unknown effective doses of quercetin.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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