What Are the Consequences of Increased Tumor Pressure?
Increased tumor pressure can have multiple consequences:
1. Impaired Blood Flow: Elevated pressure can compress blood vessels within the tumor, leading to hypoxia and nutrient deprivation. 2. Drug Delivery: High interstitial pressure can hinder the delivery of therapeutic agents, making treatment less effective. 3. Metastasis: Tumor cells may become more aggressive and invasive under high pressure conditions, facilitating metastasis. 4. Pain and Discomfort: Patients may experience pain or discomfort due to the physical pressure exerted by the tumor on surrounding tissues and organs.
