Beneficial Effects of Endotoxins
1983
Beneficial Effects of Endotoxins
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Author Information
Author(s): Alois Nowotny
Primary Institution: University of Southampton
Conclusion
Endotoxins have diverse biological effects that can influence tumor growth and immune responses.
Supporting Evidence
- Endotoxins affect non-specific resistance to infection and blood clotting.
- Endotoxins can influence antibody production and cell-mediated immunity.
- Endotoxins can cause the destruction of blood supply to tumors.
- Endotoxins have been shown to affect ascitic cancers and leukemias.
Takeaway
Endotoxins can help fight cancer in different ways, and they can even make big tumors shrink quickly.
Potential Biases
Endotoxin contamination can occur even in sterile procedures.
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