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Cancer
A complex and diverse group of diseases characterized by the abnormal growth and division of cells.
Metastasis
The process by which cancer cells invade nearby tissues and spread to other parts of the body.
Carcinomas
Cancers that develop in epithelial tissues, which are the tissues that line the surfaces and cavities of organs.
Sarcomas
Cancers that arise from connective tissues, including bone, muscle, cartilage, and fat.
Leukemias
Cancers that affect the blood and bone marrow, resulting in abnormal production of white blood cells.
Lymphomas
Cancers that begin in the lymphatic system, which includes lymph nodes, spleen, and bone marrow.
Benign Tumors
Non-cancerous tumors that do not invade nearby tissues or spread to other parts of the body.
Malignant Tumors
Cancerous tumors that have the potential to invade nearby tissues and spread to other parts of the body.
Oncogenes
Genes that, when mutated or overexpressed, promote cell growth and division.
Tumor Suppressor Genes
Genes that regulate cell growth and division and prevent the formation of tumors.
DNA Repair Genes
Genes involved in maintaining the integrity of the genome by repairing DNA damage.
Epigenetic Regulators
Genes that control gene expression patterns without altering the DNA sequence.
Signaling Pathway Genes
Genes involved in crucial signaling pathways that can be critical drivers of cancer.
Angiogenesis Genes
Genes involved in the formation of new blood vessels, which are essential for tumor growth and metastasis.
Cancer Prevention
Strategies and measures to reduce the risk of developing cancer.
Cancer Treatment
Various approaches and therapies used to treat cancer.
Oncogenes
Oncogenes are genes that, when mutated or overexpressed, promote cell growth and division.
Tumor suppressor genes
Tumor suppressor genes regulate cell growth and division and prevent the formation of tumors.
DNA Repair genes
DNA repair genes are involved in maintaining the integrity of the genome.
Epigenetic regulators
Epigenetic regulators control gene expression patterns without altering the DNA sequence.
Signaling Pathway Genes
Genes involved in crucial signaling pathways, such as the PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway, Wnt/β-catenin pathway, and MAPK pathway, can be critical drivers of cancer.
Angiogenesis
Angiogenesis genes are involved in the formation of new blood vessels, which are essential for tumor growth and metastasis.
