Targeting MAPK (Ras/ERK) and PI3K/Akt pathways in pituitary tumorigenesis.

BACKGROUND: Pituitary adenomas are common intracranial neoplasms, comprising 10 - 15% of all brain tumors. Data from autopsy studies suggest that pituitary adenomas develop in 17 - 25% of the population. Nevertheless, the pathogenesis of sporadic pituitary tumors still remains obscure. OBJECTIVE: I...

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Main Authors: Cakir, M, Grossman, AB
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2009