J Korean Neurosurg Soc.  1990 Dec;19(10-12):1378-1388.

Brain Tumor Immunology: Part I : Basic Concepts of Tumor Immunology and Immunological Characteristics of Brain Tumors

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  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, Catholic University Medical College, Seoul, Korea.

Abstract

As a potential adjuvant therapy of malignant brain tumors, immunotherapy has aroused the interest of neurooncologists. This review attempt to provide an introduction to the general concepts of tumor immunology and immunological characteristics of brain tumors, especially of gliomas, to promote an understanding of brain tumor immunotherapy(Part II) finally.

Keyword

Adjuvant therapy; Immunotherapy; Brain tumor immunology

MeSH Terms

Allergy and Immunology*
Brain Neoplasms*
Brain*
Glioma
Immunotherapy
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