Medical Xpress·3 min read·medium
Scientists map dormant cancer cells' hideouts, opening new targets for treatment
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MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences
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Researchers have mapped the micro-environment of breast tumors, identifying specific 'neighborhoods' where dormant cancer cells hide. These quiescent cells are protected by immune and connective cells, suggesting that future treatments must target the tumor environment to prevent cancer recurrence.
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