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The recent development of nanoparticles for brain tumor targeting delivery.

Authors: Shevtsov MA

Superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs) have attracted a lot of interest due to their widespread diagnostic and therapeutic applications in neuro-oncology. Functinalization of the particles surface with targeting molecules that recognize tumor receptors might be exploited for the specific brain tumor targeting. Furthermore, multifunctional and/or theranostic SPIONs can be used for simultaneous imaging of cancer and anti-tumor drug delivery. In this review article, we will specifically focus on the application of focused ultrasound and external magnetic field for the facilitation of the intratumoral accumulation of particles.

Introduction

Purpose Drug delivery with BBB opening
Study Objective To review recent developments in nanoparticles for targeted delivery to brain tumors.
Animal model / Human subject Not specified
Disease model brain tumor
MRI or image guidance method Not specified in the provided text.
Targeted brain region(s) Not Specified
Cargo name and characteristics Nanoparticles — nanoparticle-based delivery systems designed for targeted delivery to brain tumors; specific composition, payload, and properties not specified in the provided text.
Route of administration Not specified

Outcomes and Safety

Summary of Outcomes Recent development of nanoparticles enables targeted delivery to brain tumors, improving localization of therapeutic agents.
Safety-related matter No safety or adverse effects are mentioned in the provided text.

Brain Region

Ultrasound Parameters

FUS Frequency Not reported
FUS Intensity Not reported
FUS Pressure Not reported
FUS Mode not reported
Pulse duration Not reported
Duration of a single FUS session Not reported
Focal Characteristics Translational focus on targeted nanoparticle-mediated drug delivery to brain tumors
Treatment frequency Not specified

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