Critical role of AKT protein in myeloma-induced osteoclast formation and osteolysis

  • Huiling Cao
  • , Ke Zhu
  • , Lugui Qiu
  • , Shuai Li
  • , Hanjie Niu
  • , Mu Hao
  • , Shengyong Yang
  • , Zhongfang Zhao
  • , Yumei Lai
  • , Judith L. Anderson
  • , Jie Fan
  • , Hee Jeong Im
  • , Di Chen
  • , G. David Roodman
  • , Guozhi Xiao

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Abstract

Background: Myeloma cells cause abnormal osteoclast formation and osteolysis. Results: Myeloma cells up-regulate AKT in osteoclast precursors and promote osteoclast formation. Systemic AKT inhibition blocks the myeloma-induced osteolysis and tumor growth in bone. Conclusion: AKT is critical for the myeloma promotion of osteoclast formation and osteolysis. Significance: AKT could be a useful target for treating patients with myeloma bone disease.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)30399-30410
Number of pages12
JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry
Volume288
Issue number42
DOIs
StatePublished - Oct 18 2013
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Biochemistry
  • Molecular Biology
  • Cell Biology

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