Clinical

A connection between metastatic cancer and cachexia has been recognized for centuries. Yet a clear understanding of the mechanism that links metastasis and cachexia has been lacking. Recent results—using an IL-1α antagonist—show for the first time reversal of cachexia in metastatic cancer. These results offer hope to patients, and new insights into understanding the mechanism behind cancer cachexia.

For more information, please refer to the following documents:

Platelet IL-1α, the Missing Link

On Cancer-Associated Cachexia