Tumor-infiltrating γδ T cells as targets of immune checkpoint blockade in melanoma. (PubMed, J Leukoc Biol)
Lastly, a correlation analysis between γδ T cell abundance, immune checkpoint gene expression, and clinical outcomes in melanoma patients showed that low expression of immune checkpoint genes, including LAG3, HAVCR2, and PDCD1, was associated with improved 1-year overall survival, emphasizing the significance of these genes in predicting patient outcomes, potentially outweighing the impact of γδ T cell abundance. This study offers critical insights into the dynamic interaction between γδ T cells, immune checkpoint receptors, and melanoma, providing valuable prospectives for potential therapeutic avenues and predictive markers in this intricate interplay.