Targeted immunotherapy for pediatric solid tumors

Oncoimmunology. 2015 Aug 31;5(3):e1087637. doi: 10.1080/2162402X.2015.1087637. eCollection 2016 Mar.

Abstract

Metastatic and refractory pediatric solid tumor malignancies continue to have a poor outcome despite the > 80% cure rates appreciated in many pediatric cancers. Targeted immunotherapy is impacting treatment and survival in these aggressive tumors. We review current promising immunotherapeutic approaches in the pediatric oncology solid tumor setting.

Keywords: Immunotherapy; pediatric oncology; solid tumors.

Publication types

  • Review