Aged Tyrosine Enriched Plasma‐Treated Water Solutions Retain Anticancer Activity Against Head and Neck Cancer Cells

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Authors: Giulia Petrucci, Eloisa Sardella, Federica Di Cintio, Savino Cosmai, Anna Giulia Ruggieri, Monica Rapino, Marwa F. Balaha, Michele Sallese, Roberto Gristina, Viviana di Giacomo, Vittoria Perrotti
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Abstract

ABSTRACT Head and Neck Cancer (HNC) is a challenging malignancy with high recurrence and limited therapeutic options. Plasma‐treated water solutions (PTWS) have shown promise as novel anticancer modalities; however, data on their selectivity and clinical potential after storage are limited. PTWS formulations were developed by treating a clinically approved infusion solution supplemented with tyrosine using a dielectric barrier discharge. The solutions were used after 2 weeks of room temperature (RT) storage. Aged PTWS maintained selective cytotoxicity against HNC cells, inducing apoptosis, oxidative stress, cell cycle arrest, and reduced migration, while sparing normal keratinocytes. Overall, these findings support the clinical translation of PTWS for the treatment of HNC, offering stable and customizable solutions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Plasma Applications and Diagnostics Microbial Inactivation Methods Surface Modification and Superhydrophobicity

Publication details

Journal / source
Plasma Processes and Polymers
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
23
Issue
4
Publication date
31 March 2026
Language
EN