How Do Immunosuppressants Affect Cancer Progression?
The effect of immunosuppressants on cancer progression is a double-edged sword. On one hand, they can prevent the immune system from attacking cancer cells effectively, potentially allowing the cancer to progress. On the other hand, in the context of graft-versus-host disease following a stem cell transplant, immunosuppressants are critical to prevent the donor immune cells from attacking the recipientâs body, thereby allowing the graft to take hold and potentially aid in fighting the cancer.
