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Objective Effect of artemisinin and its derivatives on multi-drug resistance of tumor cells. Method The inhibition of cell proliferation and RI (reversal index) were determined by MTT method. Results The inhibitory effect of dihydroartemisinin and artemisunate on the proliferation of tumor cell is stronger than that of artemisinin. Artemisinin could partly improve KBv200 cell sensitivity to VCR in different concentrations. Conclusion Artemisunate and dihydroartemisinin effectively inhibited the proliferation of KBv200. Artemisinin could partly improve KBv200 cells sensitivity to chemotherapy medicine.
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This article reviewed information related to the apoptosis of breast cancer cells. Breast cancer is a common malignant tumor in women. Apoptosis is related to the response and resistance to treatment in breast cancer. Here we summarized and integrated the data on apoptosis and its role in the development, prognosis, and treatment of breast cancer. Further study on apoptosis in breast cancer can help find more candidates for predictors and indices of response. Such study will also develop treatment regimens that are tailored to individual tumors and thereby maximize survival.