Springer - Dendritic Cells in Cancer - Medical Oncology Book

Dendritic cells are central to the immune response to cancer. This professional medical text from Springer explores how these cells function within the tumor environment. It provides a deep look at dendritic cell generation, survival, and their antitumor activity. Understanding the immune response is vital because cancer often works to suppress or redirect it, allowing tumors to grow in hosts that were previously immune competent. This book examines these processes through both in vivo studies and experimental in vitro systems. It is a comprehensive resource for understanding how tumors and various factors impact dendritic cell development and function. This text serves as an essential reference for those studying oncology, immunology, and the complex ways the immune system interacts with malignant cells.