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FLASH radiotherapy (FLASH-RT) is a new modality of radiotherapy that delivers doses with ultra-high dose rates. The FLASH effect was defined as the ability of FLASH-RT to suppress tumor growth while sparing normal tissues. Although the FLASH effect has been proven to be valid in various models by different modalities of irradiation and clinical trials of FLASH-RT have achieved promising initial success, the exact underlying mechanism is still unclear. This article summarizes mainstream hypotheses of the FLASH effect at physicochemical and biological levels, including oxygen depletion and free radical reactions, nuclear and mitochondria damage, as well as immune response. These hypotheses contribute reasonable explanations to the FLASH effect and are interconnected according to the chronological order of the organism's response to ionizing radiation. By collating the existing consensus, evidence and hypotheses, this article provides a comprehensive overview of potential mechanisms of the FLASH effect and practical guidance for future investigation in the field of FLASH-RT.
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