Schwann cell derived pleiotrophin stimulates fibroblast proliferation and excessive collagen deposition in plexiform neurofibroma

Medicine, Medical Laboratory Science, Oral Sciences, Neurology, Oncology, Life Sciences, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology,
Schwann cells   pleiotrophin   fibroblasts   plexiform neurofibroma   collagen deposition   signaling pathway  

This study explores the interactions between Schwann cells and fibroblasts in neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) related plexiform neurofibroma (PNF). The background of the research is based on the high incidence of NF1, which affects about 1 in 3000 newborns worldwide and is associated with a series of unique clinical manifestations. PNF is a common p...