Introduction to a review series on platelets and cancer

Blood. 2021 Jun 10;137(23):3151-3152. doi: 10.1182/blood.2020010237.

Abstract

Platelets are critical for hemostasis and thrombosis, but recent research highlights their role in many other processes, including inflammation, wound healing, and lymphangiogenesis. Edited by José López, this series focuses on the emerging role of platelets in cancer, influencing tumor growth and metastasis, immune evasion, and tumor angiogenesis. The reviews present the current understanding of mutual cross talk between platelets and tumors, communication mediated by RNA transfer and extracellular vesicles, and the potential of antiplatelet agents for cancer treatment.

Keywords: PLATELETS/Platelet interactions with other cells.

Publication types

  • Editorial

MeSH terms

  • Blood Platelets / metabolism*
  • Blood Platelets / pathology
  • Humans
  • Neoplasms / metabolism*
  • Neoplasms / pathology
  • Neoplasms / therapy
  • Platelet Activation*