Erschienen in:
26.12.2016 | Review – Cancer Research
Influence of vitamin D signaling on hormone receptor status and HER2 expression in breast cancer
verfasst von:
Xi Zhang, Nadia Harbeck, Udo Jeschke, Sophie Doisneau-Sixou
Erschienen in:
Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology
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Ausgabe 7/2017
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Abstract
Purpose
Breast cancer is a significant global public health issue. It is the leading cause of death among women around the world, with an incidence increasing annually. In recent years, there has been more and more information in the literature regarding a protective role of vitamin D in cancer. Increasingly preclinical and clinical studies suggest that vitamin D optimal levels can reduce the risk of breast cancer development and regulate cancer-related pathways.
Method
In this review, we focus on the importance of vitamin D in breast cancers, discussing especially the influence of vitamin D signaling on estrogen receptor and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2), two major biomarkers of breast cancer today.
Conclusion
We discuss the possibility of actual and future targeted therapeutic approaches for vitamin D signaling in breast cancer.