Herpes Simplex Oncolytic Viral Therapy for Malignant Glioma and Mechanisms of Delivery

World Neurosurg. 2024 Dec 20:123595. doi: 10.1016/j.wneu.2024.123595. Online ahead of print.

Abstract

The authors present a comprehensive review on the history and development of oncolytic herpes simplex viral therapies for malignant glioma with a focus on mechanisms of delivery in prior and ongoing clinical trials. This review highlights the advancements made with regard to delivering these therapies to a highly complex immunologic environment in the setting of the blood brain and blood tumor barrier in a safe and effective manner.

Keywords: Magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound; Malignant glioma; oncolytic viral therapy.

Publication types

  • Review