Senescent mast cells contribute to the progression of benign prostatic hyperplasia via SCF/c-KIT mediated endothelial-mesenchymal transition
Tianyu Cao, Jilong Tang, Dapeng Zhou, Chencheng Yao, Junhao Xu, Yi Liu, Chengling Feng, Youwei Shi, Meng Wang, Wenbo Chao, Huanjin Liao, Jin He, Liang Qin, Jiayan Luan, Xiaohai Wang, , Yifeng Jing
This study identifies senescent mast cells as drivers of benign prostatic hyperplasia through SCF/c-KIT-mediated endothelial-mesenchymal transition.
bioRxiv · Jun 2, 2025 · PreprintCell Biology