Vitamin D and prostate cancer

Larisa Nonn, Kirsten Krieger, Clayton Yates, Moray J. Campbell

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

Abstract

Epidemiologic studies have shown protective effects of 25(OH)D3 status on prostate cancer risk and mortality. Herein, we discuss the actions of vitamin D metabolites in the prostate and the efforts to leverage these actions to prevent and treat prostate cancer. The prostate expresses vitamin D metabolism enzymes, expresses vitamin D receptor, and is responsive to vitamin D metabolites. We present key pathways and genes regulated by 1,25(OH)2D3 in prostate cells and tissues. We discuss the anticancer effects of vitamin D metabolites in preclinical models and clinical trials. Studies that include a diverse cohort are highlighted as men of African descent have a dual disparity in 25(OH)D3 deficiency and prostate cancer mortality. Lastly, we offer perspectives on the challenges in this field and opportunities for future work.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationFeldman and Pike's Vitamin D
Subtitle of host publicationVolume Two: Disease and Therapeutics
PublisherElsevier
Pages917-935
Number of pages19
ISBN (Electronic)9780323913386
ISBN (Print)9780323913393
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2023
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Androgens
  • Health disparities
  • Inflammation
  • Prostate cancer

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Arts and Humanities

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