Opioids trigger breast cancer metastasis through E-Cadherin downregulation and STAT3 activation promoting epithelial mesenchymal transition
Sabrina Tripolt, Vanessa M. Knab, Heidi A. Neubauer, Dominik P. Elmer, Fritz Aberger, Richard Moriggl, Daniela A. Fux
This study shows opioids promote breast cancer metastasis by reducing E-Cadherin and activating STAT3, leading to epithelial-mesenchymal transition.
bioRxiv · Oct 15, 2018 · PreprintCancer Biology