Loss of PRC2 function promotes MPNST pathogenesis

Cancer Discov. 2014 Nov;4(11):OF14. doi: 10.1158/2159-8290.CD-RW2014-206. Epub 2014 Oct 2.

Abstract

Genetic inactivation of PRC2 components, NF1, and CDKN2A are frequently detected in MPNSTs.

MeSH terms

  • Cell Line, Tumor
  • Cyclin-Dependent Kinase Inhibitor p16 / genetics
  • Humans
  • Mutation
  • Neoplasm Proteins
  • Nerve Sheath Neoplasms / genetics*
  • Neurofibromin 1 / genetics
  • Polycomb Repressive Complex 2 / genetics*
  • Transcription Factors

Substances

  • Cyclin-Dependent Kinase Inhibitor p16
  • Neoplasm Proteins
  • Neurofibromin 1
  • SUZ12 protein, human
  • Transcription Factors
  • Polycomb Repressive Complex 2