Are Nicotinic Receptors Involved in Other Types of Cancer?
Yes, nicotinic receptors are involved in a variety of cancers besides lung cancer. In pancreatic cancer, for example, α7nAChR activation has been shown to enhance the proliferation and migration of cancer cells. Similarly, in breast cancer, nicotinic receptors are involved in the regulation of tumor growth and metastasis. The expression of these receptors in different types of cancer suggests that they may be a common target for cancer therapy.
