Cold Atmospheric Plasma for Prostate Cancer Therapy—Potential for Clinical Translation

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Authors: Shengxin Zhang, Janith Wanigasekara, Daniela Boehm, James F. Curtin, Paula Bourke, Tao Zhang, Gemma K. Kinsella
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Abstract

ABSTRACT Cold atmospheric plasma (CAP) has potential as a new cancer treatment tool due to its room temperature biocompatibility and possible cancer cell selectivity with low side effects. This review examines the current research stage of CAP therapy for Prostate Cancer (PCa) treatment with a focus on CAP device standardization and CAP therapy clinical translation. The current CAP preclinical data is explored through the lens of PCa cellular response, PCa cells selectivity, CAP treatment type and CAP combination therapies. Finally, building on the current preclinical data, this review proposes the potential clinical application methods of CAP at different PCa stages to promote CAP therapy into clinical use.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Plasma Applications and Diagnostics Photodynamic Therapy Research Studies Microbial Inactivation Methods

Publication details

Journal / source
Plasma Processes and Polymers
Volume
23
Issue
1
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN