Seminars in cancer biology

How changing gut bacteria may improve the effectiveness of immune checkpoint cancer treatments

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Abstract

Gut microbiota modulation strategies may enhance cancer immunotherapy outcomes.

  • The gut microbiota is associated with regulating immune functions and metabolic processes critical for health.
  • Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) can face challenges such as treatment resistance and immune-related adverse events.
  • Evidence from mouse models and clinical trials suggests that manipulating gut microbiota could improve ICI effectiveness.
  • Strategies like fecal microbiota transplantation and dietary interventions may help optimize therapeutic outcomes and reduce adverse effects.
  • Gut microbiota influence immune responses by affecting various immune system components and mechanisms.

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