Brain Tumor Immunology: Part I : Basic Concepts of Tumor Immunology and Immunological Characteristics of Brain Tumors

ABSTRACT

As a potential adjuvant therapy of malignant brain tumors, immunotherapy has aroused the interest of neurooncologists. This review attempt to provide an introduction to the general concepts of tumor immunology and immunological characteristics of brain tumors, especially of gliomas, to promote an understanding of brain tumor immunotherapy(Part II) finally.