Peritumoral Clefts in Basal Cell Carcinoma: Matrix Metabolism and Primary Cilium
1Dermatology, Instituto Dermatológico de Jalisco, Zapopan, MEX.
Abstract:
The phenomenon of tissue retraction, characterized by peritumoral spaces or clefts, is prominent in basal cell carcinoma (BCC) tumors, yet its underlying mechanisms remain unclear. Proposed factors include changes in cell structures, enzymatic activity, and alterations in the Hedgehog (Hh) signaling pathway. This article discusses these factors and proposes that structural changes in BCC cells' primary cilia may contribute to matrix alterations, leading to the formation of peritumoral clefts. Further research is needed to confirm these hypotheses and understand BCC's unique growth patterns.
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