Development of an ultrasound-mediated nano-sized drug-delivery system for cancer treatment: from theory to experiment.
Nanomedicine (Lond)
; 19(13): 1167-1189, 2024.
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ABSTRACT
Aim:
To establish a methodology for understanding how ultrasound (US) induces drug release from nano-sized drug-delivery systems (NSDDSs) and enhances drug penetration and uptake in tumors. This aims to advance cancer treatment strategies.Materials &methods:
We developed a multi-physics mathematical model to elucidate and understand the intricate mechanisms governing drug release, transport and delivery. Unique in vitro models (monolayer, multilayer, spheroid) and a tailored US exposure setup were introduced to evaluate drug penetration and uptake.Results:
The results highlight the potential advantages of US-mediated NSDDSs over conventional NSDDSs and chemotherapy, notably in enhancing drug release and inducing cell death.Conclusion:
Our sophisticated numerical and experimental methods aid in determining and quantifying drug penetration and uptake into solid tumors.
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Assunto principal:
Sistemas de Liberação de Medicamentos
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Liberação Controlada de Fármacos
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Neoplasias
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Antineoplásicos
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Humans
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En
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Nanomedicine (Lond)
Ano de publicação:
2024
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Article