Abstract 242: A novel approach to select cancer initiating cells by targeting unique sialilated glycosphingolipids and CD20 in patients with metastatic melanomas.
Abstract:Background and objectives: There is growing evidence that a minor subset of melanoma cells drive melanoma progression and is responsible for the metastatic potentials. Thus, identification and elimination of these cancer initiating stem cells and understanding their mechanisms is paramount. With a novel approach, we attempted to identify tumor biomarkers specific for cancer initiating cells. A comprehensive immunological study of liver and lympnode metastatic tissues compared to the primary tumors was performe… Show more
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