SIRT2 Expression Is Higher in Uveal Melanoma than In Ocular Melanocytes

Conclusions: SIRT2 expression is significantly stronger in UM cells than in normal ocular melanocytes. This finding may indicate an important role of SIRT2 as a prognostic marker in UM progression. SIRT2 should also be investigated as a possible therapeutic target.Ocul Oncol Pathol 2016;2:100-104
Source: Ocular Oncology and Pathology - Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research