International Journal of Travel Medicine and Global Health

International Journal of Travel Medicine and Global Health

Oncolytic Bacteria and Viruses: A Novel Approach for the Treatment of Colorectal Cancer

Document Type : Policy Briefs

Author
Health Research Center, Life Style Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Abstract
This study investigates the effect of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) carrying Newcastle oncolytic virus, treated with the probiotic Lactobacillus casei, in the treatment of colorectal cancer in a mouse model. Colorectal cancer is a significant health issue and the third leading cause of death worldwide. The results showed that mice receiving MSCs carrying the virus had better survival rates and slower tumor growth compared to the control group. Additionally, this treatment increased nitric oxide and IFN-γ production while decreasing IL-4, IL-10, and TGF-β secretion. However, treatment with Lactobacillus casei extract did not show a significant difference compared to the untreated group. The overall conclusion is that using MSCs carrying Newcastle oncolytic virus is beneficial in treating colorectal cancer.
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  • Receive Date 08 October 2024
  • Accept Date 13 November 2024