Heparanase mediates a novel mechanism in lapatinib-resistant brain metastatic breast cancer

Heparanase (HPSE) is the dominant mammalian endoglycosidase and important tumorigenic, angiogenic, and pro-metastatic molecule. Highest levels of HPSE activity have been consistently detected in cells possessing highest propensities to colonize the brain, emphasizing the therapeutic potential for t...

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Main Authors: Lixin Zhang, Jason A. Ngo, Michael D. Wetzel, Dario Marchetti
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2015-01-01
Series:Neoplasia: An International Journal for Oncology Research
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1476558614001882