Preclinical models of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma

C. L. Zuur, A. J.C. Dohmen, Michiel W. van den Brekel, Xiao Jing Wang, Stephen Malkosky

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Abstract

HNSCCs are characterized by a broad genetic diversity, likely from prolonged carcinogen exposure and high levels of genetic instability. To date, this high genetic heterogeneity of HNSCC has hampered the development of targeted therapy, and routine use of molecular markers for treatment selection is not established. This chapter reviews preclinical models of HNSCC as a critical tool for exploring tumor initiation and progression, cancer genetics, novel therapeutic approaches, and predictors of clinical response. HNSCC model systems including cancer cell lines derived from human HNSCC, primary human fresh tumor cultures, animals exposed to oral carcinogens, genetically engineered mouse models (GEMMs), and various combinations of these systems are discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationHead and Neck Cancer
Subtitle of host publicationMultimodality Management, Second Edition
PublisherSpringer International Publishing
Pages205-213
Number of pages9
ISBN (Electronic)9783319276014
ISBN (Print)9783319275994
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2016

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