Review:
Tumor Microenvironment Models
overall review score: 4.5
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Tumor microenvironment models are systems that mimic the complex interactions between tumor cells and their surrounding environment in a laboratory setting.
Key Features
- 3D culture systems
- Incorporation of immune cells
- Drug response testing
- Tumor-stromal interactions
Pros
- Allows for study of tumor biology in a controlled environment
- Can be used to test novel therapies and drug responses
- Provides insight into tumor-stroma interactions
Cons
- Limited ability to fully replicate the complexity of in vivo tumor microenvironments
- Costly and time-consuming to develop and maintain