Development of oncolytic virotherapy: from genetic modification to combination therapy
Qiaoshuai Lan, Shuai Xia, Qian Wang, Wei Xu, Haiyan Huang, Shibo Jiang, Lu Lu
Abstract
Oncolytic virotherapy (OVT) is a novel form of immunotherapy using natural or genetically modified viruses to selectively replicate in and kill malignant cells. Many genetically modified oncolytic viruses (OVs) with enhanced tumor targeting, antitumor efficacy, and safety have been generated, and some of which have been assessed in clinical trials. Combining OVT with other immunotherapies can remarkably enhance the antitumor efficacy. In this work, we review the use of wild-type viruses in OVT and the strategies for OV genetic modification. We also review and discuss the combinations of OVT with other immunotherapies.
Topics & Concepts
Oncolytic virusVirotherapyViral therapyMedicineVirologyInternal medicineVirusCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)DiseaseInfectious disease (medical specialty)Virus-based gene therapy researchCAR-T cell therapy researchViral Infectious Diseases and Gene Expression in Insects