Advances in Brain Metastasis Models

Brain Tumor Res Treat. 2023 Jan;11(1):16-21. doi: 10.14791/btrt.2022.0037.

Abstract

To obtain achievements in addressing the clinical challenges of brain metastasis, we need a clear understanding of its biological mechanisms. Brain metastasis research is challenged by many practical scientific barriers. Depending on the purpose of the study, experimental brain metastasis models in vivo can be used. It is now possible to re-create the architecture and physiology of human organs. Human organoids provide unique opportunities for the study of human disease and complement animal models. The translation of experimental findings to clinical application has several barriers in the development of treatment for brain metastasis. A variety of models have provided significant contributions to the knowledge of brain metastasis pathology and remain pivotal tools for examining novel therapeutic strategies.

Keywords: Brain; Experimental model; Metastasis; Mice; Organoids.

Publication types

  • Review