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Module 2: Understanding Cancer Metastasis
A deep dive into the complex process of cancer metastasis, from molecular mechanisms to clinical applications and therapeutic strategies.
Understanding Cancer Metastasis
The process that transforms cancer from a local to a systemic disease
Metastasis is the process by which cancer cells spread from their original location to other parts of the body. It is responsible for approximately 90% of cancer-related deaths, making it the most critical aspect of cancer biology to understand. This module will take you through the complex journey of metastatic progression, from the initial steps of local invasion to the establishment of distant colonies.
Critical Insight: Metastasis, not the primary tumor, is responsible for the vast majority of cancer deaths.