"Mitosis inhibitors are used to stop cells from dividing and replicating. Tumors are made up of cells that have uncontrolled growth and division, so mitosis inhibitors can be helpful in the treatment of tumors because they can stop the cells in the tumor from dividing and growing. By preventing the tumor cells from replicating, the growth of the tumor can be slowed down or even stopped, which can be an important step in the treatment of cancer. Some examples of mitosis inhibitors include taxanes, vinca alkaloids, and paclitaxel, which are used in chemotherapy to treat a variety of cancers. However, it's worth noting that mitosis inhibitors can also affect healthy cells that divide rapidly, such as hair follicles and cells lining the gastrointestinal tract, which can cause side effects like hair loss and digestive problems." (ChatGPT, 2023)