Potential Relationship Between the Canonical Wnt Signaling Pathway and Expression of the Vitamin D Receptor in Alopecia
March 2014
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Clinical and experimental dermatology
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TLDR Targeting the Wnt pathway might help treat hair loss.
The study explored the potential relationship between the canonical Wnt signaling pathway and the expression of the vitamin D receptor (VDR) in alopecia. The researchers found that the Wnt signaling pathway might play a crucial role in hair growth and that VDR expression could be influenced by this pathway. The findings suggested that targeting the Wnt pathway could be a promising therapeutic approach for treating alopecia. The study provided a foundation for further research into the molecular mechanisms underlying hair loss and potential treatments.