The study, led by Patrick Singleton, PhD, adds evidence that mu opioid receptors in cancer cells influence cancer progression and spread. These receptors could become a therapeutic target for cancer treatment.
Dr. Singleton’s findings also could influence surgical anesthesia used during cancer surgery.
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