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- Title
BRAF: A Two-Faced Janus.
- Authors
Pisapia, Pasquale; Pepe, Francesco; Iaccarino, Antonino; Sgariglia, Roberta; Nacchio, Mariantonia; Russo, Gianluca; Gragnano, Gianluca; Malapelle, Umberto; Troncone, Giancarlo
- Abstract
Gain-of-function of V-Raf Murine Sarcoma Viral Oncogene Homolog B (BRAF) is one of the most frequent oncogenic mutations in numerous cancers, including thyroid papillary carcinoma, melanoma, colon, and lung carcinomas, and to a lesser extent, ovarian and glioblastoma multiforme. This mutation aberrantly activates the mitogen-activated protein (MAP) kinase extracellular signal-regulated kinase (MEK)/extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK) signaling pathway, thereby eliciting metastatic processes. The relevance of BRAF mutations stems from its prognostic value and, equally important, from its relevant therapeutic utility as an actionable target for personalized treatment. Here, we discuss the double facets of BRAF. In particular, we argue the need to implement diagnostic molecular algorithms that are able to detect this biomarker in order to streamline and refine diagnostic and therapeutic decisions.
- Subjects
BRAF genes; THYROTROPIN receptors; PROGNOSIS
- Publication
Cells (2073-4409), 2020, Vol 9, Issue 12, p2549
- ISSN
2073-4409
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/cells9122549