Gene therapy works by targeting specific genes that are involved in cancer growth and proliferation. This can be achieved through several strategies, including:
1. Gene Addition: Introducing new genes to replace or supplement defective ones. 2. Gene Editing: Using tools like CRISPR-Cas9 to directly modify the DNA within cancer cells. 3. Gene Silencing: Utilizing techniques such as RNA interference (RNAi) to turn off specific genes that contribute to cancer.
