BMP signaling and its paradoxical effects in tumorigenesis and dissemination

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Abstract

Bone morphogenetic proteins (BMPs) play important roles in embryonic and postnatal development by regulating cell differentiation, proliferation, motility, and survival, thus maintaining homeostasis during organ and tissue development. BMPs can lead to tumorigenesis and regulate cancer progression in different stages. Therefore, we summarized studies on BMP expression, the clinical significance of BMP dysfunction in various cancer types, and the molecular regulation of various BMP-related signaling pathways. We emphasized on the paradoxical effects of BMPs on various aspects of carcinogenesis, including epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT), cancer stem cells (CSCs), and angiogenesis. We also reviewed the molecular mechanisms by which BMPs regulate tumor generation and progression as well as potential therapeutic targets against BMPs that might be valuable in preventing tumor growth and invasion.

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Zhang, L., Ye, Y., Long, X., Xiao, P., Ren, X., & Yu, J. (2016). BMP signaling and its paradoxical effects in tumorigenesis and dissemination. Oncotarget. Impact Journals LLC. https://doi.org/10.18632/oncotarget.12151

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