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Unlock the Role of Hyaluronan in Cancer Biology

Hyaluronan biology has emerged as a crucial regulator of cancer progression. This paradox is further complicated by the correlation between both hyaluronan (HA) and hyaluronidases with cancer progression.

Understanding Hyaluronan’s Impact

Hyaluronan, a long-chain polymer of the extracellular matrix, facilitates tissue space opening, allowing cancer cells to move and metastasize. It also confers motility upon cells through interactions of cell-surface HA with the cytoskeleton, reminiscent of embryonic cell movement and proliferation.

Breaking Down the Mechanisms

Recent research has shifted from describing the association of hyaluronan and hyaluronidase expression with different cancers to understanding the driving mechanisms behind tumor cell activation, proliferation, and drug resistance. This book provides a comprehensive summary and cutting-edge insight into Hyaluronan biology, HA receptors, hyaluronidase enzymes, and HA synthesis enzymes in relation to cancer.