Immune Modulation in Sarcoma: Targeting the Tumor Microenvironment.

Abstract

Modifying the immune environment in sarcoma treatment has a critical role, which highlights the necessity to overcome inhibitory macrophages and facilitate cellular therapy modifications. A lecture by Seth M. Pollack, MD, addresses sarcomas and rare cancers that are impacting various tissues and adult health and emphasizes the importance of techniques such as T-cell receptor (TCR) therapy, cancer testis antigen (CTA), and chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy for effective treatment. The study investigates the effects of altering the tumor microenvironment to support cellular therapy, aiming to understand the immune response in sarcomas. By targeting inhibitory macrophages and optimizing cellular treatment strategies, such as interferon gamma and canine CAR T cells, new therapeutic approaches can be developed to enhance patient outcomes and survival rates. This underscores how manipulating the immune environment can significantly improve treatment efficacy, offering a revolutionary approach to sarcoma therapy.