Epigenetic memory of radiotherapy in dermal fibroblasts impairs wound repair capacity in cancer survivors

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Abstract Radiotherapy (RT), a common cancer treatment, unintentionally harms surrounding tissues, including the skin, and hinders wound healing years after treatment. This study aims to understand the mechanisms behind these late-onset adverse effects. We compare skin biopsies from previously irradiated (RT + ) and non-irradiated (RT − ) sites in breast cancer survivors who underwent RT years ago. Here we show...

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