Epidermal keratinocytes: regulation of multiple cell phenotypes by multiple protein kinase C isoforms
Epidermal keratinocytes: regulation of multiple cell phenotypes by multiple protein kinase C isoforms
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10.1016/j.biocel.2003.12.004
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发表时间:
2004-07-01
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4
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Denning, MF
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Denning, MF
Squamous cells form the outermost layers of the epidermis, and though they are readily discarded from the tissue, they serve a vital water barrier function while in the stratum corneum. The generation of cornified or squamous keratinocytes involves a complex, multi-step differentiation process that insures the proper physical and immunological barrier functions of the epidermis are maintained. The regulation of keratinocyte terminal differentiation is influenced by a large number of signaling pathways. This article will review some recent findings regarding the roles of the protein kinase C (PKC) family in normal keratinocyte differentiation, as well as their involvement in skin diseases, especially skin cancer. (C) 2004 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.