Qi MH. Signal pathways associated with epithelial-mesenchymal transition in metastasis of primary hepatocelluar carcinoma.
Shijie Huaren Xiaohua Zazhi 2012;
20:953-958. [DOI:
10.11569/wcjd.v20.i11.953]
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Abstract
Epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) is a phenomenon in which epithelial cells lose their epithelial characters and acquire mesenchymal characters. EMT can be seen in embryogenesis, organ fibrosis and tumor metastasis. EMT can be observed in metastasis of primary hepatocelluar carcinoma (HCC). This review focuses on several signal pathways associated with EMT, such as TGF-β, Wnt (wingless-type)/β-catenin, and Hedgehog signal pathways. Other factors involved in EMTs, such as NF-κB, Notch, miRNA, CHD1L, ARHGEF9, HBX, and extracellular matrix are also discussed in this article. A better understanding of the mechanism of EMT can help us find new targets for HCC treatment.
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