Study: Opioids Increase Replication of Cancer Cells

A study published in the journal Anesthesiology shows that opioids in a patient’s body can enhance the malignant tendencies of cancer cells, regardless of further opioids being added, according to News & Research Outcomes Magazine.

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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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