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Triple-negative breast cancer influences a mixed M1/M2 macrophage phenotype associated with tumor aggressiveness.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2022
Pe Kristine Cate S, Saetung Rattana, Yodsurang Varalee, Chaotham Chatchai, Suppipat Koramit, Chanvorachote Pithi, Tawinwung Supannikar
Abstract excerpt
Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is characterized by excessive accumulation of tumor-infiltrating immune cells, including tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs). TAMs consist of a heterogeneous population with high plasticity and are associated with tumor aggressiveness and poor prognosis. Moreover, breast cancer cells can secrete factors that influence TAM polarization. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate...
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