What Are the Therapeutic Applications of Mitotic Spindle Toxins?
Mitotic spindle toxins have significant therapeutic applications, particularly in cancer treatment. Drugs like paclitaxel and vincristine target rapidly dividing cancer cells by disrupting spindle function, leading to cell death. These drugs are part of the standard chemotherapy regimens for various cancers, demonstrating the dual role of spindle toxins as both therapeutic agents and potential hazards.
