Yi Xu , Madineh Moradialvand , Francesca Della Sala , Ehsan Nazarzadeh Zare , Kiavash Hushmandi , Ilnaz Rahimmanesh , Assunta Borzacchiello , Siavash Iravani , Iman Zare , Jungah Shin , Juyoung Yoon , Heemin Kang , Pooyan Makvandi
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Urological cancers, including prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers, contribute significantly to the global burden of cancer-related mortality. While numerous reviews have addressed these cancers individually, this is the first comprehensive review that exclusively focuses specifically on nanotheranostics as a transformative approach for urological cancer. The distinct tumor microenvironments (TMEs) associated with these cancers pose both challenges and opportunities for precise nanotherapeutic interventions. This review provides a thorough examination of current advancements in nanotechnology-based diagnostics and therapeutics tailored to urological cancers. For each primary urological cancer type, we outline key strategies for leveraging nanotheranostics in the detection and treatment of tumors. Furthermore, we address the persisting challenges in enhancing tumor specificity and treatment efficacy. In essence, nanotheranostics offer a promising therapeutic avenue for urological cancers by enabling targeted drug delivery and controlled release of therapeutics within the tumor microenvironment. The objective of this pioneering review is to underscore recent developments and future prospects in utilizing nanotechnology to meet the unmet needs in the diagnosis and treatment of urological cancers.
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Coordination Chemistry Reviews offers rapid publication of review articles on current and significant topics in coordination chemistry, encompassing organometallic, supramolecular, theoretical, and bioinorganic chemistry. It also covers catalysis, materials chemistry, and metal-organic frameworks from a coordination chemistry perspective. Reviews summarize recent developments or discuss specific techniques, welcoming contributions from both established and emerging researchers.
The journal releases special issues on timely subjects, including those featuring contributions from specific regions or conferences. Occasional full-length book articles are also featured. Additionally, special volumes cover annual reviews of main group chemistry, transition metal group chemistry, and organometallic chemistry. These comprehensive reviews are vital resources for those engaged in coordination chemistry, further establishing Coordination Chemistry Reviews as a hub for insightful surveys in inorganic and physical inorganic chemistry.