Cancer-derived exosomal DPP3 promotes lung metastasis by activating the RAP1 signaling pathway
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ABSTRACT: Metastasis is the leading cause of breast cancer-related death, with lung metastasis occurring in more than 60% of breast cancer (BRCA) patients. Small extracellular vesicles (sEVs) play crucial roles in breast cancer metastasis. Dipeptidyl peptidase 3 (DPP3) is an enzyme that hydrolyzes various peptides, and its dysregulation contributes to multiple pathology processes. However, the role of DPP3 in breast cancer lung metastasis is poorly understood. In this study, we discovered a novel mechanism whereby DPP3, packaged in small extracellular vesicles (sEVs) from breast cancer, is delivered to lung tissue to remodel the vascular niche to promote lung metastasis.
ORGANISM(S): Mus musculus
PROVIDER: GSE283537 | GEO | 2025/10/05
REPOSITORIES: GEO
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