Article
The tumor suppressor CDX2 opposes pro-metastatic biomechanical modifications of colon cancer cells through organization of the actin cytoskeleton.
Cancer letters - 1 Feb 2017
Platet Nadine, Hinkel Isabelle, Richert Ludovic, Murdamoothoo Devadarssen, Moufok-Sadoun Ahlam, Vanier Marie, Lavalle Philippe, Gaiddon Christian, Vautier Dominique, Freund Jean-Noel, Gross Isabelle
Abstract excerpt
The vast majority of cancer deaths are caused by the formation of metastases rather than the primary tumor itself. Despite this clinical importance, the molecular and cellular events that support the dissemination of cancer cells are not yet fully unraveled. We have previously shown that CDX2, a homeotic transcription factor essential for gut development, acts as a colon-specific tumor suppressor and opposes...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
