Construction of prokaryotic expression system of TGF-β1 epitope gene and identification of recombinant fusion protein immunity

Advances in understanding the role of transforming growth factor-β1 in the pathogenesis of liver fibrosis

Transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1) is one of the most important cytokines leading to liver fibrosis and is most closely to the development and progression of liver fibrosis and extracellular matrix (ECM) metabolism. Numerous studies have demonstrated that TGF-β1 plays a significant role in the occurrence, development and progression of live fibrosis. Many therapeutic approaches targeting TGF-β1, especially gene therapy and immunotherapy, have been proposed to treat hepatic fibrosis in recent years. Here, we will review the recent advances in understanding the role of TGF-β1 in the pathogenesis of liver fibrosis.