Jacob: Vinca Twins: Cell Division & Cancer Control
Vinca Twins: Cell Division & Cancer Control
Buch
- tredition GmbH, 05/2024
- Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert, Paperback
- Sprache: Englisch
- ISBN-13: 9783384220097
- Bestellnummer: 11857151
- Umfang: 116 Seiten
- Gewicht: 210 g
- Maße: 234 x 155 mm
- Stärke: 9 mm
- Erscheinungstermin: 6.5.2024
Achtung: Artikel ist nicht in deutscher Sprache!
Klappentext
The delicate pink periwinkle flower, a symbol of resilience, holds a surprising warrior within. Vinca alkaloids, natural compounds found in periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus), have become a powerful weapon in the fight against cancer.These alkaloids, particularly vinblastine and vincristine, disrupt cell division, a crucial step for cancer cells to grow and spread. By targeting this process, vinca alkaloids can shrink tumors and slow cancer progression.
Pink Bloom's Cure, though a catchy title, isn't a medically recognized treatment. However, it highlights the fascinating story of medicine derived from nature. Vinca alkaloids have become a cornerstone in treating various childhood leukemias, lymphomas, and some adult cancers.
It's important to remember that vinca alkaloids come with side effects. They can cause hair loss, fatigue, and nerve damage. However, for many patients, the benefits outweigh the risks, offering a chance to fight cancer and extend life.
Research on vinca alkaloids continues, exploring their potential for new cancer therapies. The delicate pink bloom serves as a reminder that hope for a cure can bloom in unexpected places.
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