| Literature DB >> 26306903 |
David Tai1, Keith Wells1, John Arcaroli1, Chad Vanderbilt1, Dara L Aisner1, Wells A Messersmith1, Christopher H Lieu2.
Abstract
The WNT signaling cascade is integral in numerous biological processes including embryonic development, cell cycle regulation, inflammation, and cancer. Hyperactivation of WNT signaling secondary to alterations to varying nodes of the pathway have been identified in multiple tumor types. These alterations converge into increased tumorigenicity, sustained proliferation, and enhanced metastatic potential. This review seeks to evaluate the evidence supporting the WNT pathway in cancer, the therapeutic strategies in modulating this pathway, and potential challenges in drug development. ©AlphaMed Press.Entities:
Keywords: Drug development; Frizzled; Signal transduction; WNT; β-Catenin
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Year: 2015 PMID: 26306903 PMCID: PMC4591954 DOI: 10.1634/theoncologist.2015-0057
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Oncologist ISSN: 1083-7159