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Synergistic effects of Radiotherapy and Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors in Cancer Treatment
Vik, Jørg (Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2016-05-31)Background: Use of immune checkpoint inhibitors have improved survival in patients suffering from cancer types such as advanced melanoma and NSCLC. Through increased understanding of immunological reactions associated with radiotherapy, a potential for synergy of radiotherapy and immune checkpoint inhibitors has emerged. Preclinical proof-of-concept studies have confirmed synergy of the treatments ...