research The Case: Bilateral Kidney Tumors and Lung Cysts
A man with kidney tumors and lung cysts was diagnosed with Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome and treated successfully, with genetic testing confirming the diagnosis.
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5 / 301 resultsresearch Disruption of Tubular Flcn Expression as a Mouse Model for Renal Tumor Induction
Disrupting the Flcn gene in mice causes early kidney cysts and tumors, which can be treated with rapamycin.
research Folliculin, the Product of the Birt-Hogg-Dube Tumor Suppressor Gene, Interacts with the Adherens Junction Protein p0071 to Regulate Cell-Cell Adhesion
The protein folliculin, involved in a rare disease, works with another protein to control how cells stick together and their organization, and changes in this interaction can lead to disease symptoms.
research Keratins in Health and Cancer: More Than Mere Epithelial Cell Markers
Keratins help protect cells, aid in cancer diagnosis, and influence cancer behavior and treatment.
research Comedonal and Cystic Fibrofolliculomas in Birt-Hogg-Dube Syndrome
Early detection of specific skin lesions can help identify Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome and prevent serious complications.
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