Abstract
A cancer nanotherapeutic has been developed that targets the extracellular matrix (ECM)-modifying enzyme lysyl oxidase (LOX) and alters the ECM structure. Poly(d,l-lactide-co-glycolide) nanoparticles (∼220 nm) coated with a LOX inhibitory antibody bind to ECM and suppress mammary cancer cell growth and invasion in vitro as well as tumor expansion in vivo, with greater efficiency than soluble anti-LOX antibody. This nanomaterials approach opens a new path for treating cancer with higher efficacy and decreased side effects.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 3213-3217 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Nano Letters |
Volume | 12 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 13 Jun 2012 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Cancer
- extracellular matrix
- lysyl oxidase
- mechanics
- nanoparticle
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Chemistry
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Bioengineering
- General Materials Science