Kinase inhibitors and their resistance
Togashi, Y.; Nishio, K.
Nihon Rinsho. Japanese Journal of Clinical Medicine 73(8): 1323-1329
2015
ISSN/ISBN: 0047-1852 PMID: 26281685 Document Number: 682242
Kinase cascades are involved in all stages of tumorigenesis through modulation of transformation and differentiation, cell-cycle progression, and motility. Advances in molecular targeted drug development allow the design and synthesis of inhibitors targeting cancer-associated signal transduction pathways. Potent selective inhibitors with low toxicity can benefit patients especially with several malignancies harboring an oncogenic driver addictive signal. This article evaluates information on solid tumor-related kinase signals and inhibitors, including receptor tyrosine kinase or serine/threonine kinase signals that lead to successful application in clinical settings. In addition, the resistant mechanisms to the inhibitors is summarized.