Targeting PGK1: A New Frontier in Breast Cancer Therapy Under Hypoxic Conditions

Breast cancer represents one of the most prevalent malignant neoplasms affecting women, and its pathogenesis has garnered significant scholarly interest. Research indicates that the progression of breast cancer is intricately regulated by glucose metabolism. Under hypoxic conditions within the tumor...

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Main Authors: Jiayong Cui, Shengjun Chai, Rui Liu, Guoshuang Shen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-10-01
Series:Current Issues in Molecular Biology
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1467-3045/46/11/725
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Summary:Breast cancer represents one of the most prevalent malignant neoplasms affecting women, and its pathogenesis has garnered significant scholarly interest. Research indicates that the progression of breast cancer is intricately regulated by glucose metabolism. Under hypoxic conditions within the tumor microenvironment, breast cancer cells generate ATP and essential biosynthetic precursors for growth via the glycolytic pathway. Notably, phosphoglycerate kinase 1 (PGK1) is intimately associated with the regulation of hypoxia-inducible factors in breast cancer and plays a crucial role in modulating glycolytic processes. Further investigation into the role of PGK1 in breast cancer pathogenesis is anticipated to identify novel therapeutic targets and strategies. This review consolidates current research on the regulation of glucose metabolism and the function of PGK1 in breast cancer within hypoxic conditions. It aims to offer a significant theoretical foundation for elucidating the mechanisms underlying breast cancer progression and metastasis, thereby facilitating the development of innovative treatment approaches.
ISSN:1467-3037
1467-3045