Title:Emerging Therapeutic Approaches Targeting Ferroptosis in Cancer:
Focus on Immunotherapy and Nanotechnology
Volume: 25
Issue: 15
Author(s): Zongchao Yu, Zhongcheng Mo, Yuan Qiu, Hengzhe Lu, Biao Zheng and Longfei Liu*
Affiliation:
- Department of General Surgery, The Affiliated Nanhua Hospital, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China,
Hengyang, Hunan, 421001, China
Keywords:
Ferroptosis, cancer, lipid peroxidation, fenton reaction, immunotherapy, nanotechnology.
Abstract: Ferroptosis is a newly discovered form of programmed cell death characterized by
iron overload, ROS accumulation, and lipid peroxidation. It is distinguished by unique morphological,
biochemical, and genetic features and stands apart from other known regulated cell
death mechanisms. Studies have demonstrated a close association between ferroptosis and various
cancers, including liver cancer, lung cancer, renal cell carcinoma, colorectal cancer, pancreatic
cancer, and ovarian cancer. Inducing ferroptosis has shown promising results in inhibiting
tumor growth and reversing tumor progression. However, the challenge lies in regulating ferroptosis
in vivo due to the scarcity of potent compounds that can activate it. Integrating emerging
biomedical discoveries and technological innovations with conventional therapies is imperative.
Notably, considerable progress has been made in cancer treatment by leveraging immunotherapy
and nanotechnology to trigger ferroptosis. This review explores the relationship between ferroptosis
and emerging immunotherapies and nanotechnologies, along with their potential underlying
mechanisms, offering valuable insights for developing novel cancer treatment strategies.