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Intestinal stem cell dynamics in homeostasis and cancer

  • Oncode Institute, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

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Abstract

The relationship between intestinal stem cells (ISCs) and colorectal cancer (CRC) has been a topic of intense study. Uncovering stem cell dynamics in homeostasis and following acquisition of oncogenic mutations has provided unprecedented insights into CRC initiation, and it is increasingly evident that the microenvironment plays a key role in regulating stem cell fate and functionality. Consequently, imbalances in the signaling between the niche and ISCs perturb homeostasis and promote cancer development. Furthermore, stem cell-like cells drive growth and progression of established CRCs and these cells also critically rely on microenvironmental input. Here, we highlight the importance of stem cell/niche interactions in developing and established CRC and discuss how these can be modulated to develop novel preventive and therapeutic interventions.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)416-425
Number of pages10
JournalTrends in cancer
Volume8
Issue number5
Early online date2022
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - May 2022

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

  • cell competition
  • colorectal cancer
  • intestinal stem cells
  • microenvironment
  • mutations
  • stem cell niche

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