From DNA Damage to Cancer Progression: Potential Effects of Cytolethal Distending Toxin

Cytolethal distending toxin (CDT), one of the most important genotoxins, is produced by several gram-negative bacteria and is involved in bacterial pathogenesis. Recent studies have shown that bacteria producing this peculiar genotoxin target host DNA, which potentially contributes to development of...

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Main Authors: Yi-Ru Lai, Yu-Fang Chang, Jason Ma, Cheng-Hsun Chiu, Ming-Ling Kuo, Chih-Ho Lai
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-11-01
Series:Frontiers in Immunology
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fimmu.2021.760451/full