Checkpoint inhibitors in hematological malignancies

Abstract Inhibitory molecules such as PD-1, CTLA-4, LAG-3, or TIM-3 play a role to keep a balance in immune function. However, many cancers exploit such molecules to escape immune surveillance. Accumulating data support that their functions are dysregulated in lymphoid neoplasms, including plasma ce...

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Main Authors: Chi Young Ok, Ken H. Young
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-05-01
Series:Journal of Hematology & Oncology
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13045-017-0474-3