Nephrotoxicity of checkpoint inhibitors; a current challenge

oleh: Samaneh Zandifar, Mahshid Imankhan, Padideh Daneii, Ali Azarpey, Leila Alem

Format: Article
Diterbitkan: Society of Diabetic Nephropathy Prevention 2024-01-01

Deskripsi

Immune checkpoint inhibitors work by blocking the "checkpoint" mechanism that tumors use to hide from the immune system, therefore also weakening the immune system. Consequently, checkpoint inhibitors can cause autoimmune reactions, resulting in adverse effects. Prompt identification and management of adverse effects are critical for patients under checkpoint inhibitor therapy due to the potential severity and unpredictability of these immune-related adverse events.