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Role of four and a half LIM domain protein 1 in tumors (Review)
Yun Tao1,2, Yaxun Wu1, Rong Shen1
1Department of Pathology, Affiliated Tumor Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu 226361, P.R. China.
Abstract:
As a cytoskeletal protein, the four and a half LIM domain protein 1 (FHL1) is widely expressed in various cells, particularly skeletal and cardiac muscle cells. FHL1 is involved in the development of the skeletal muscle and myocardium, regulations of gene transcription and thyroid function, and other physiological processes. Its expression is closely related to numerous diseases, such as skeletal muscle disease and viral infections. With the advances in research, the role of FHL1 in the development of tumors is also being revealed. The mechanism of FHL1 in the regulation of tumor growth is complex and is becoming a research focus. It is also expected to become a potential target for tumor therapy. Therefore, the present article reviewed the progress in research on the role of FHL1 in cancer.
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