Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Pharmacogenetics of Drug Targets: β₂-Adrenergic Receptors, Apo E, Thymidylate Synthase01:11

Pharmacogenetics of Drug Targets: β₂-Adrenergic Receptors, Apo E, Thymidylate Synthase

Genetic polymorphisms in drug targets have emerged as critical determinants of interindividual variability in drug response and toxicity. Pharmacogenomic investigations increasingly focus on identifying these variations to personalize and optimize therapeutic interventions. A drug target may be a receptor, enzyme, or signaling protein involved in pharmacologic responses or disease-related pathways. While early pharmacogenetic studies focused primarily on drug metabolism, current research...
Targeted Cancer Therapies02:57

Targeted Cancer Therapies

The targeted cancer therapies, also known as “molecular targeted therapies,” take advantage of the molecular and genetic differences between the cancer cells and the normal cells. It needs a thorough understanding of the cancer cells to develop drugs that can target specific molecular aspects that drive the growth, progression, and spread of cancer cells without affecting the growth and survival of other normal cells in the body.
There are several types of targeted therapies against specific...
Disorders of the Male Reproductive System01:20

Disorders of the Male Reproductive System

Men's health issues are increasingly recognized as significant, with several conditions posing common threats. Among these, testicular cancer is especially prevalent in younger men, particularly those aged 20 to 35 years. The disease often manifests as a painless mass in the testicles, sometimes accompanied by a sensation of heaviness or a dull ache.
Prostate disorders are another major concern. These conditions can impair urinary flow due to the prostate's location around the urethra. Symptoms...
Transducer Mechanism: Enzyme-Linked Receptors01:27

Transducer Mechanism: Enzyme-Linked Receptors

Enzyme-linked receptors are cell-surface receptors acting as an enzyme or associating with an enzyme intracellularly. They make excellent drug targets. Drugs can bind to the extracellular ligand-binding domain or directly affect their enzymatic domain and alter their activity.
Major types that are helpful drug targets include:

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

[Visual acupotomy intervention mitigates pain reaction by improving intervertebral disc degeneration and inhibiting apoptosis of nucleus pulposus cells in rabbits with cervical spondylosis].

Zhen ci yan jiu = Acupuncture research·2022
Same author

Bear bile powder inhibits angiogenesis in vivo and in vitro.

Chinese journal of integrative medicine·2015
Same author

Clinical study on Kangquan Recipe (康泉方) for benign prostatic hyperplasia patients: a randomized controlled trial.

Chinese journal of integrative medicine·2014
Same author

Treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia with Croton membranaceus in an experimental animal model.

Journal of ethnopharmacology·2014
Same author

[A system review of randomized controlled trials on treating chronic stable angina by rhodiola].

Zhongguo Zhong xi yi jie he za zhi Zhongguo Zhongxiyi jiehe zazhi = Chinese journal of integrated traditional and Western medicine·2014
Same author

[Effect of bear bile powder on STAT3 pathway in hepatocellular carcinoma xenograft].

Zhongguo Zhong xi yi jie he za zhi Zhongguo Zhongxiyi jiehe zazhi = Chinese journal of integrated traditional and Western medicine·2014

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 28, 2026

Ultrasonography of the Adult Male Urinary Tract for Urinary Functional Testing
05:25

Ultrasonography of the Adult Male Urinary Tract for Urinary Functional Testing

Published on: August 14, 2019

[Candidate targets for research on benign prostatic hyperplasia].

Zhen-Feng Hong1

  • 1Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Fujian College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, Fujian 350108, China. zfhong1953@163.com

Zhonghua Nan Ke Xue = National Journal of Andrology
|November 13, 2008
PubMed
Summary

Understanding benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) requires research into its complex causes. This study identifies key areas like morphology, hormones, growth factors, and genes as potential targets for experimental research into BPH pathogenesis.

More Related Videos

Murine Prostate Micro-dissection and Surgical Castration
08:49

Murine Prostate Micro-dissection and Surgical Castration

Published on: May 11, 2016

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jun 28, 2026

Ultrasonography of the Adult Male Urinary Tract for Urinary Functional Testing
05:25

Ultrasonography of the Adult Male Urinary Tract for Urinary Functional Testing

Published on: August 14, 2019

Murine Prostate Micro-dissection and Surgical Castration
08:49

Murine Prostate Micro-dissection and Surgical Castration

Published on: May 11, 2016

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Cell Biology
  • Endocrinology

Context:

  • Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common condition in aging men.
  • The underlying mechanisms and causes of BPH are not fully understood.
  • Identifying research targets is crucial for advancing BPH studies.

Purpose:

  • To review and outline potential experimental research targets for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
  • To focus on the pathogenesis of BPH, exploring various etiological theories.
  • To highlight key areas for future investigation in BPH research.

Summary:

  • This work focuses on the pathogenesis of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
  • It discusses various theories regarding the etiology and pathogenesis of BPH.
  • Candidate targets for experimental studies are proposed, including morphology, hormones, growth factors, and genes.

Impact:

  • Provides a framework for future experimental research into BPH.
  • Aims to guide researchers in selecting relevant targets for studying BPH pathogenesis.
  • Contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex factors involved in BPH development.