Correction: Beyond inhibition: harnessing the DRD2–VEGF-A feedback loop for precision anti-angiogenesis therapy in cancer - Report - MDSpire
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Correction: Advancing Beyond Inhibition: Utilizing the DRD2–VEGF-A Feedback Mechanism for Targeted Anti-Angiogenesis Treatment in Oncology

  • By

  • Manas Ranjan Sahu

  • Venu Akkanapally

  • Partha Sarathi Dasgupta

  • Sujit Basu

  • September 2, 2026

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Correction: Advancing Beyond Inhibition: Utilizing the DRD2–VEGF-A Feedback Mechanism

Overview

This correction addresses inaccuracies in the funding statement of the original article regarding the NIH/NCI and DOD USA grants. The corrected funding information specifies support from the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Background

Accurate funding disclosures are essential for transparency in research. The original article proposed a novel approach to anti-angiogenesis therapy in oncology by utilizing the DRD2–VEGF-A feedback loop. Understanding the funding sources is critical for evaluating potential biases in research findings.

Data Highlights

No numerical or trial data was presented in the source material.

Key Findings

  • The original article incorrectly listed unrelated NIH/NCI and DOD USA grants.
  • The corrected funding statement clarifies support from the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center.
  • Dynamic biomarkers are lacking in current anti-angiogenic strategies, leading to suboptimal results.
  • The DRD2–VEGF-A feedback loop may provide a new paradigm in cancer treatment.

Clinical Implications

Clinicians should be aware of the importance of accurate funding disclosures when interpreting research.

Conclusion

The correction emphasizes the need for precise funding information in research publications.

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  1. Sahu, M.R., Akkanapally, V., Dasgupta, P.S., and Basu, S., Front Oncol, 2026 -- Correction: Advancing Beyond Inhibition: Utilizing the DRD2–VEGF-A Feedback Mechanism for Targeted Anti-Angiogenesis Treatment in Oncology
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