Journal of International Oncology ›› 2013, Vol. 40 ›› Issue (8): 678-680.

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Molecular targeted therapy for breast cancer patients based on Notch signal transduction pathway

ZHANG  Yong-Qu, DOU  Xiao-Wei, ZHANG  Guo-Jun   

  1. Department of Breast Center, Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, China

  • Online:2013-09-08 Published:2013-09-16
  • Contact: Corresponding author: ZHANG Guo-jun, E-mail: guoj_zhang@yahoo.com E-mail:guoj_zhang@yahoo.com

Abstract: Studied show that the Notch signal transduction pathway involves in the regulation and control of cell proliferation, differentiation and apoptosis. Aberrant Notch signaling can induce breast cancer in transgenic mice. High expressions of either Notch receptors or their ligands have been linked to poor prognosis in patients with breast cancer. Inhibition of Notch signal transduction pathway may be beneficial for breast cancer treatment.

Key words: Breast neoplasms, Notch siginal transduction pathway, Molecular targeted therapy