Biochemistry & Pharmacology: Open Access
Open Access

Abstract

Restoration of Tight-Junction Function: A New Therapeutic Approach for the Treatment of Cancer

Girish V Shah

Cancer affects a significant proportion of the population of the United States and the rest of the world. In the U.S. approximately 12 million people were directly affected by cancer in 2010. In a significant percentage of these patients, the disease will become invasive and may eventually be the primary cause of death.