excessive apoptosis

What Is the Role of Apoptosis in Cancer?

While excessive apoptosis is detrimental in many conditions, in cancer, a decrease in apoptosis allows tumor cells to survive and proliferate. Cancer cells often acquire mutations that block apoptotic pathways, leading to unchecked growth. Understanding the balance between apoptosis and cell proliferation is critical for developing cancer therapies that can selectively induce apoptosis in cancer cells without harming normal tissues.

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