research Nevoid Basal Carcinoma Syndrome (Gorlin Syndrome) and Pronounced Androgenic Alopecia in a Woman with a Novel Mutation p.Leu1159fsx32 in the PTCH Gene
A woman with a new PTCH gene mutation has both Gorlin syndrome and severe hair loss.
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research DMBA/TPA Treatment Is Necessary for Basal Cell Carcinoma Formation from Patched Deficient Epidermal Cells in Ptch Flox/Flox CD4Cre +/- Mice
Genetic mutation and carcinogen treatment are both needed for skin cancer to develop in these specific mice.
research Spreading of Isolated Ptch Mutant Basal Cell Carcinoma Precursors Is Physiologically Suppressed and Counteracts Tumor Formation in Mice
External factors can cause skin cancer cells that usually don't spread to grow and form tumors in mice.
research Tumor Mapping in Two Large Multigenerational Families With CYLD Mutations
CYLD mutations cause a variety of skin tumors with symptoms starting around age 16, and treatments are currently limited.
research Patched-Associated Tumors: Modifier Genes and Pathogenesis
The document concludes that the development of certain tumors is influenced by genetic background and that a specific gene modification can lead to tumor regression and reduced growth.
research Roles of the Hedgehog Signaling Pathway in Epidermal and Hair Follicle Development, Homeostasis, and Cancer
The Hedgehog signaling pathway is important for skin and hair growth and can lead to cancer if it doesn't work right.
research Ligand-Independent Actions of the Vitamin D Receptor: More Questions Than Answers
The vitamin D receptor can act without its usual activating molecule, affecting hair growth and skin cancer, but its full range of actions is not well understood.
research Vitamin D and the Skin: Physiology and Pathophysiology
Vitamin D and its receptor regulate skin functions like cell growth, immunity, hair cycle, and tumor prevention.
research Molecular Pathology of Skin Adnexal Tumors
New markers and pathways have been found in skin tumors, helping better understand and diagnose them.
research Characterization of CD4+ Stem Cells of the Skin and Their Role in Skin Homeostasis and Tumorigenesis
CD4+ skin cells may be precursors to basal cell carcinoma.
research Serum Androgens and Genetic Linkage Analysis in Early Onset Androgenetic Alopecia
Early onset hair loss linked to genetics and androgen levels.
research The Vitamin D Receptor as Tumor Suppressor in Skin
Vitamin D and its receptor may help prevent skin cancer.
research Regulation and Role of GLI1 in Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma Pathogenesis
GLI1 might protect against the start of skin cancer and is not linked to cancer severity.
research Vitamin D and the Skin
research Milestones in Photocarcinogenesis
UV radiation causes skin cancer, but sunscreens and certain drugs can help prevent it.
research Odontogenic Keratocysts Arise from Quiescent Epithelial Rests and Are Associated with Deregulated Hedgehog Signaling in Mice and Humans
Odontogenic keratocysts are caused by abnormal Hedgehog signaling and can lead to tooth and bone issues.
research Roles of the Hedgehog Signaling Pathway in Cutaneous Physiology and Oncology
The Hedgehog Signaling Pathway is important for skin and hair development and skin cancer treatment, but more research is needed to understand it fully.
research Aberrant Activation of the Hedgehog Signaling Pathway in Malignant Hematological Neoplasms
Abnormal Hedgehog signaling in blood cancers may help tumors grow and resist chemotherapy, suggesting potential for targeted treatments.
research Recent Advances on Skin-Resident Stem/Progenitor Cell Functions in Skin Regeneration, Aging, and Cancers and Novel Anti-Aging and Cancer Therapies
New treatments targeting skin stem cells show promise for skin repair, anti-aging, and cancer therapy.
research Understanding Cancer Cells of Origin in Cutaneous Tumors
The document concludes that identifying the specific cells where skin cancers begin is important for creating better prevention, detection, and treatment methods.
research Hedgehog And Gli Signaling In Embryonic Mammary Gland Development
Hedgehog signaling is crucial for mammary gland development over hair follicles.
research Hair Follicle Disruption Facilitates Pathogenesis to UVB-Induced Cutaneous Inflammation and Basal Cell Carcinoma Development in Ptch+/- Mice
Damaged hair follicles make mice more prone to skin inflammation and skin cancer after UV exposure.
research Tracing the Cellular Origin of Cancer
Understanding where cancer cells come from helps create better prevention and treatment methods.
research Basal Cell Carcinoma, Hedgehog Signaling, and Targeted Therapeutics: The Long and Winding Road
New treatments targeting the Hedgehog pathway can help treat advanced skin cancer but may have side effects and their effectiveness in early stages is unknown.
research Scientific Highlights from the Society for Investigative Dermatology 2010 Annual Meeting
The meeting highlighted major advances in skin research, including new findings on skin microbes, genetic links to skin diseases, and improved treatments for various conditions.
research Clinical and Molecular Genetic Studies in Hereditary Hair Loss
Researchers found a genetic link for hereditary hair loss but need more analysis to identify the exact gene.
research Molecular Mechanisms Regulating Hair Follicle Development
Understanding hair follicle development can help treat hair loss, skin regeneration, and certain skin cancers.
research Edar Signaling in the Control of Hair Follicle Development
Edar signaling is crucial for proper hair follicle development and function.
research Sulforaphane Mobilizes Cellular Defenses That Protect Skin Against Damage by UV Radiation
Sulforaphane from broccoli can help protect skin from sun damage.
research Indian Hedgehog Controls Proliferation and Differentiation in Skin Tumorigenesis and Protects Against Malignant Progression
Indian Hedgehog helps control skin cell growth and protects against aggressive skin cancer.