Hexokinase 2-mediated glycolysis supports inflammatory responses to Porphyromonas gingivalis in gingival fibroblasts

Abstract Background When infected with Porphyromonas gingivalis, gingival fibroblasts undergo metabolic reprogramming, and rely on aerobic glycolysis rather than oxidative phosphorylation for rapid energy replenishment. Hexokinases (HKs) are catalysts for glucose metabolism, and HK2 constitutes the...

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Main Authors: Wenqi Su, Jingwen Li, Lishan Jiang, Lang Lei, Houxuan Li
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-02-01
Series:BMC Oral Health
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12903-023-02807-4