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 language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 30399-30410 |
| Number of pages | 12 |
| Journal | Journal of Biological Chemistry |
| Volume | 288 |
| Issue number | 42 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Oct 18 2013 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Biochemistry
- Molecular Biology
- Cell Biology