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Tumors poorly infiltrated by T cells are more resistant to immunogenic chemotherapies and checkpoint inhibition than highly infiltrated tumors. Using murine models, we found that CCR6+ type 3 innate lymphoid cells (ILC3s) can trigger an increase in the number of T cells infiltrating a tumor. Shortly after administration of cisplatin chemotherapy, production of the chemokine CCL20 and proinflammatory cytokine IL-1ß at the tumor site led to the recruitment and activation of ILC3s. Within the tumor, ILC3 production of the chemokine CXCL10 was responsible for the recruitment of CD4+ and CD8+ T lymphocytes to the tumor. ILC3-dependent infiltration of T cells was essential for antitumor immune responses and increased the efficacy of checkpoint inhibition. Thus, we reveal an essential role of CCL20 and IL-1ß, which promote ILC3-dependent antitumor immunity and enhance tumor sensitivity to immunotherapy.
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Inmunidad Innata/inmunología , Linfocitos/inmunología , Neoplasias/inmunología , Neoplasias/terapia , Animales , Linfocitos T CD4-Positivos/inmunología , Linfocitos T CD8-positivos/inmunología , Línea Celular Tumoral , Citocinas/inmunología , Femenino , Humanos , Inhibidores de Puntos de Control Inmunológico/inmunología , Ratones , Ratones Endogámicos BALB C , Ratones Endogámicos C57BLRESUMEN
During tumor growth, angiogenesis is required to ensure oxygen and nutrient transport to the tumor. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is the major inducer of angiogenesis and appears to be a key modulator of the anti-tumor immune response. Indeed, VEGF modulates innate and adaptive immune responses through direct interactions and indirectly by modulating protein expressions on endothelial cells or vascular permeability. The inhibition of the VEGF signaling pathway is clinically approved for the treatment of several cancers. Therapies targeting VEGF can modulate the tumor vasculature and the immune response. In this review, we discuss the roles of VEGF in the anti-tumor immune response. In addition, we summarize therapeutic strategies based on its inhibition, and their clinical approval.
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Inhibidores de la Angiogénesis/uso terapéutico , Factores Inmunológicos/uso terapéutico , Neoplasias/tratamiento farmacológico , Neovascularización Patológica/prevención & control , Factor A de Crecimiento Endotelial Vascular/genética , Receptor 1 de Factores de Crecimiento Endotelial Vascular/antagonistas & inhibidores , Inmunidad Adaptativa/efectos de los fármacos , Anticuerpos Monoclonales Humanizados/uso terapéutico , Bevacizumab/uso terapéutico , Permeabilidad Capilar/efectos de los fármacos , Células Endoteliales/efectos de los fármacos , Células Endoteliales/inmunología , Células Endoteliales/patología , Regulación Neoplásica de la Expresión Génica , Humanos , Inmunidad Innata/efectos de los fármacos , Neoplasias/genética , Neoplasias/inmunología , Neoplasias/patología , Neovascularización Patológica/genética , Neovascularización Patológica/inmunología , Neovascularización Patológica/patología , Receptores de Factores de Crecimiento Endotelial Vascular/uso terapéutico , Proteínas Recombinantes de Fusión/uso terapéutico , Transducción de Señal , Sorafenib/uso terapéutico , Factor A de Crecimiento Endotelial Vascular/antagonistas & inhibidores , Factor A de Crecimiento Endotelial Vascular/inmunología , Receptor 1 de Factores de Crecimiento Endotelial Vascular/genética , Receptor 1 de Factores de Crecimiento Endotelial Vascular/inmunología , RamucirumabRESUMEN
Natural Killer (NK) cells are innate immune cells that play a pivotal role as first line defenders in the anti-tumor response. To prevent tumor development, NK cells are searching for abnormal cells within the body and appear to be key players in immunosurveillance. Upon recognition of abnormal cells, NK cells will become activated to destroy them. In order to fulfill their anti-tumoral function, they rely on the secretion of lytic granules, expression of death receptors and production of cytokines. Additionally, NK cells interact with other cells in the tumor microenvironment. In this review, we will first focus on NK cells' activation and cytotoxicity mechanisms as well as NK cells behavior during serial killing. Lastly, we will review NK cells' crosstalk with the other immune cells present in the tumor microenvironment.
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Células Asesinas Naturales , Neoplasias , Microambiente Tumoral , Humanos , Células Asesinas Naturales/inmunología , Células Asesinas Naturales/metabolismo , Neoplasias/inmunología , Neoplasias/patología , Microambiente Tumoral/inmunología , Animales , Citotoxicidad InmunológicaRESUMEN
During carcinogenesis, tumors set various mechanisms to help support their development. Angiogenesis is a crucial process for cancer development as it drives the creation of blood vessels within the tumor. These newly formed blood vessels insure the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the tumor, helping its growth. The main factors that regulate angiogenesis are the five members of the vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) family. Angiogenesis is a hallmark of cancer and has been the target of new therapies this past few years. However, angiogenesis is a complex phenomenon with many redundancy pathways that ensure its maintenance. In this review, we will first describe the consecutive steps forming angiogenesis, as well as its classical regulators. We will then discuss how the cytokines and chemokines present in the tumor microenvironment can induce or block angiogenesis. Finally, we will focus on the therapeutic arsenal targeting angiogenesis in cancer and the challenges they have to overcome.