Cancer-associated fibroblasts and immune-privileged-like niches in gastrointestinal cancers — arti

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• Discussion interpreting findings, outlining limitations, or proposing clinical or translational implications.
• Specific descriptions of how cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) may generate immune-privileged-like niches in gastrointestinal cancers, including molecular mediators, cell–cell interactions, or barrier functions.
• Any recommendations, therapeutic hypotheses, or future research directions as stated by the authors.
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