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Shikonin inhibits multiple tumor malignant phenotypes and is associated with Hedgehog pathway downregulation in lung adenocarcinoma.
Scientific reports - 24 Dec 2025
Wang Hong-Gang, Lu Ming-Xia, Sheng Mei-Ling, Lou Ya-Bo, Xiao Yuan-Chao, Guo An, Yu Zheng-Hong
Abstract excerpt
Shikonin (SH) is a natural component extracted from Lithospermum erythrorhizon Siebold & Zucc, a traditional Chinese medicine, which has been shown to have anti-tumor effects in recent years. However, the specific mechanism behind these effects has not yet been reported. Thus, it is important to clarify the specific anti-tumor mechanism of SH and then develop it as a new anti-tumor drug. The objective of this...
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