Scientists discover how breast cancer cells hide behind immune "shields"

Researchers have mapped breast tumors in detail and discovered dormant cancer cells concealed in pockets surrounded by immune cells and connective tissue, acting as a protective shield. These dormant cells can survive chemotherapy and reactivate after treatment, potentially explaining breast cancer recurrence.

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