How Does Aberrant Protein Synthesis Contribute to Cancer Progression?
Aberrant protein synthesis can contribute to cancer progression in several ways. Overproduction of growth factors and receptors can drive cell proliferation, while defective proteins involved in cell cycle regulation and apoptosis can prevent normal cell death and allow cancer cells to survive. Additionally, increased production of proteins involved in angiogenesis and metastasis can facilitate tumor growth and the spread of cancer to other parts of the body.
