Xiong F, Li CP. Role of forkhead L2 in transforming growth factor-beta /Smad signaling pathway-mediated activation of hepatic stellate cells.
Shijie Huaren Xiaohua Zazhi 2009;
17:2396-2399. [DOI:
10.11569/wcjd.v17.i23.2396]
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Abstract
Hepatic fibrosis is characterized by an abnormal hepatic deposition of extracellular matrix (especially collagen). As hepatic fibrosis progresses, cirrhosis will develop. Hepatic stellate cells are the major source of the extracellular matrix (ECM). The activation of hepatic stellate cells is the central event in the development of hepatic fibrosis. The transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β)/Smad signaling pathway plays an important role in regulating the synthesis of ECM in stellate cells. Recent studies found that forkhead L2 (Fox L2), belonging to the forkhead family, was able to act as a molecular chaperone for Smad complex. Thus, it may enhance the stability between Smad complex and target genes.
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