Modeling the Bone Marrow Microenvironment to Better Understand the Pathogenesis, Progression, and Treatment of Hematological Cancers
Abstract
Despite significant advancements in understanding the pathogenesis and treatment of hematological malignancies, including leukemia and multiple myeloma, the majority of patients continue to experience poor long-term outcomes. This is partly due to the difficulty of accurately recapitulating the malignant microenvironment in vitro, particularly the bone marrow niche. The complexity of the bone marrow microenvironment poses a challenge for the in vitro examination of hematological malignancies. Traditionally, 2D culture and animal models have been utilized, but these representations are limited and have been criticized for their lack of human physiological relevance. In an attempt to overcome this, 3D models have been developed that more accurately recapitulate the in vivo microenvironment. Herein, we present an overview of recent developments in 2D and 3D models used for studying the bone marrow niche in hematological malignancies, highlighting their advantages and limitations.
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