Zebrafish could be used to treat cancer treatment side effects
A humble stripey fish could be key to treating a chronic & painful swelling condition that's a common side effect of some breast cancer treatment. Lymphoedema usually affects the arms or legs and can be caused by cancer treatments that remove or damage the lymph nodes. Auckland University scientists have discovered a molecule in Zebrafish larva that offers hope of a treatment. Lead researcher, Dr Jonathan Astin spoke to Lisa Owen.
Checkpoint · RNZ
February 19, 20266m 39s
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A humble stripey fish could be key to treating a chronic & painful swelling condition that's a common side effect of some breast cancer treatment. Lymphoedema usually affects the arms or legs and can be caused by cancer treatments that remove or damage the lymph nodes. Auckland University scientists have discovered a molecule in Zebrafish larva that offers hope of a treatment. Lead researcher, Dr Jonathan Astin spoke to Lisa Owen.
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