Review examines carbon nanotubes as targeted drug delivery systems for cancer, highlighting their therapeutic effectiveness and implications for diagnostics.
Key Points
Carbon nanotubes have significant potential in biomedicine for cancer treatment and diagnosis.
Their unique physicochemical properties enhance their effectiveness in targeted drug delivery.
Recent advancements focus on stimuli-responsive and receptor-targeted systems for improved cancer therapies.
The review evaluates various CNT-enabled modalities, including chemotherapy and photothermal therapy, assessing their cytotoxic effects.