What are the Clinical Implications of Mitochondrial Proliferation?
Understanding mitochondrial proliferation has significant clinical implications. For instance, in metabolic disorders such as diabetes, impaired mitochondrial function and proliferation can contribute to disease progression. In cancer, altered mitochondrial dynamics can support the metabolic needs of rapidly proliferating cells. Therapeutic strategies targeting mitochondrial proliferation are being explored for conditions like neurodegenerative diseases, where enhancing mitochondrial function could potentially ameliorate disease symptoms.
