Extracellular matrix elasticity determines outcome of epithelial defence against cancer. (IMAGE)

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research

Extracellular matrix elasticity determines outcome of epithelial defence against cancer.

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Abnormally stiffened extracellular matrix prevents removal of pre-cancerous cells by surrounding normal epithelial cells; leading to their unrestricted growth and cancer progression.

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Shilpa P. Pothapragada

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