A significant number of autumnous adenomas carry a mutation in a gene that is involved in controlling cell proliferation and differentiation. EZH1 – or Enhancer of Zeste Homolog 1 – is the scientific name of this gene. ( Graphic: Davice Calebiro / Kerstin Bathon)
Autonomous adenomas are the most common benign tumors of the thyroid gland. Mutations in 2 genes account for around 70% of the cases. Scientists have now discovered another key trigger. Thyroid hormones are involved in controlling many functions of the human body: They influence sugar, lipid and protein metabolism, regulate body temperature, heart rate, circulation and many more functions. In children, they also control the development of the brain and nerves as well as bone growth...
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