Unraveling the Link Between Stem Cells and Tumor Cell Attraction in Vertebrae

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Unraveling the Link Between Stem Cells and Tumor Cell Attraction in Vertebrae
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Stem cells derived from vertebrae produce a factor that attracts tumor cells, providing insight into why tumor cells tend to migrate to the vertebrae rather than long bones. Understanding the mechanisms behind the spread of tumors to bone can help develop targeted therapies for metastasis.

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