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Profiling of Estrogen-regulated MicroRNAs in Breast Cancer Cells
Published on: February 21, 2014
The Interplay Between Obesity and Aging in Breast Cancer and Regulatory Function of MicroRNAs in This Pathway
Nima Mahdei Nasir Mahalleh1, Mina Hemmati1, Arezou Biyabani1
1Department of Clinical Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran.
Abstract:
Breast cancer (BC) is a significant contributor to cancer-related deaths in women, and it has complex connections with obesity and aging. This review explores the interaction between obesity and aging in relation to the development and progression of BC, focusing on the controlling role of microRNAs (miRNAs). Obesity, characterized by excess adipose tissue, contributes to a proinflammatory environment and metabolic dysregulation, which are important in tumor development. Aging, associated with cellular senescence and systemic changes, further exacerbates these conditions. miRNAs, small noncoding RNAs that regulate gene expression, play key roles in these processes, impacting pathways involved in cell proliferation, apoptosis, and cancer metastasis, either as tumor suppressors or oncogenes. Importantly, specific miRNAs are implicated in mediating the impact of obesity and aging on BC. Exploring the regulatory networks controlled by miRNAs provides valuable information on new targets for therapy and predictive markers, demonstrating the potential for using miRNA-based interventions to treat BC in obese and elderly individuals. This review emphasizes the importance of integrated research strategies to understand the complex connections between obesity, aging, and miRNA regulation in BC.
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