Xu R, Kang HF, Liu HB, Qian JB. Role of a disintegrin and metalloproteinase 17 in malignant tumors of the digestive system.
Shijie Huaren Xiaohua Zazhi 2020;
28:986-991. [DOI:
10.11569/wcjd.v28.i19.986]
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Abstract
A disintegrin and metalloproteinase 17 (ADAM17), also known as tumor necrosis factor-alpha converting enzyme, is widely distributed in mammalian cells and closely related to cell adhesion, migration, leukocyte recruitment, proteolysis, and other functions. ADAM17 plays an important role in the development of malignant tumors. On the one hand, it activates signaling pathways by mediating membrane protein shedding to participate in cell proliferation and angiogenesis. On the other hand, it plays an important role in tumor invasion and metastasis by degrading the cell basement membrane and extracellular matrix. Therefore, ADAM17 may be used as a potential target for tumor therapy. This article reviews the role of ADAM17 in malignant tumors of the digestive system.
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