The entanglement of extracellular matrix molecules and immune checkpoint inhibitors in cancer: a systematic review of the literature

A Fejza, G Carobolante, E Poletto, L Camicia… - Frontiers in …, 2023 - frontiersin.org
Introduction Immune-checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) have emerged as a core pillar of cancer
therapy as single agents or in combination regimens both in adults and children …

Extracellular matrix: the gatekeeper of tumor angiogenesis

M Mongiat, S Buraschi, E Andreuzzi… - Biochemical Society …, 2019 - portlandpress.com
The extracellular matrix is a network of secreted macromolecules that provides a
harmonious meshwork for the growth and homeostatic development of organisms. It …

[HTML][HTML] Multimerin-2 maintains vascular stability and permeability

R Pellicani, E Poletto, E Andreuzzi, A Paulitti… - Matrix Biology, 2020 - Elsevier
Multimerin-2 is an extracellular matrix glycoprotein and member of the elastin microfibril
interface-located (EMILIN) family of proteins. Multimerin-2 is deposited along blood vessels …

Emilin2 fosters vascular stability by promoting pericyte recruitment

A Fejza, L Camicia, G Carobolante, E Poletto, A Paulitti… - Matrix Biology, 2023 - Elsevier
Angiogenesis, the formation of the new blood vessels from pre-existing vasculature, is an
essential process occurring under both normal and pathological conditions, such as …

The efficacy of anti-PD-L1 treatment in melanoma is associated with the expression of the ECM molecule EMILIN2

A Fejza, M Polano, L Camicia, E Poletto… - International Journal of …, 2021 - mdpi.com
The use of immune checkpoint inhibitors has revolutionized the treatment of melanoma
patients, leading to remarkable improvements in the cure. However, to ensure a safe and …

Targeting extracellular matrix interaction in gastrointestinal cancer: Immune modulation, metabolic reprogramming, and therapeutic strategies

J Li, W Zhang, L Chen, X Wang, J Liu, Y Huang… - … et Biophysica Acta (BBA …, 2024 - Elsevier
The extracellular matrix (ECM) is a major constituent of the tumor microenvironment, acting
as a mediator that supports the progression of gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, particularly in …

Multimerin-1 and cancer: a review

MG Posner - Bioscience reports, 2022 - portlandpress.com
Abstract Multimerin-1 (MMRN1) is a platelet protein with a role in haemostasis and
coagulation. It is also present in endothelial cells (ECs) and the extracellular matrix (ECM) …

Role of extracellular matrix in gastrointestinal cancer-associated angiogenesis

E Andreuzzi, A Capuano, E Poletto, E Pivetta… - International Journal of …, 2020 - mdpi.com
Gastrointestinal tumors are responsible for more cancer-related fatalities than any other type
of tumors, and colorectal and gastric malignancies account for a large part of these …

[HTML][HTML] Deregulated expression of Elastin Microfibril Interfacer 2 (EMILIN2) in gastric cancer affects tumor growth and angiogenesis

E Andreuzzi, A Fejza, A Capuano, E Poletto, E Pivetta… - Matrix Biology Plus, 2020 - Elsevier
Gastric cancer is a frequent human tumor and often a lethal disease. Targeted therapy for
gastric carcinomas is far behind vis-à-vis other solid tumors, primarily because of the paucity …

The binding of CD93 to multimerin-2 promotes choroidal neovascularization

GM Tosi, G Neri, S Barbera, L Mundo… - … & Visual Science, 2020 - iovs.arvojournals.org
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the involvement of CD93 and
Multimerin-2 in three choroidal neovascularization (CNV) models and to evaluate their …