IL10 and cancer: For example, a narrative review aligns with the findings, suggesting that anaesthetics like propofol, which suppress neuroendocrine responses through the HPA axis and SNS, may reduce immunosuppression and lower the risk of cancer recurrence compared to volatile anaesthetics and opioids, which may have negative effects on immune function.4 Propofol has also been found to increase levels of IL-10, an inflammatory cytokine, suggesting anti-inflammatory effects.7 However, these effects do not necessarily improve the oncological outcomes.