Muscle proteolysis pathway

The "Muscle proteolysis pathway" refers to an integrated set of processes and molecular systems responsible for protein degradation in muscle. It plays a critical role in protein turnover and the regulation of skeletal muscle mass. The main components of this pathway include the Ubiquitin-proteasome system, Autophagy-lysosome system, Calpain protease family, and Caspase protease family. While the pathway itself is a complex biological process, its components are often targeted therapeutically, particularly in conditions involving muscle wasting or atrophy.

Other names

Skeletal muscle protein degradation pathwayMuscle protein catabolic pathwayUbiquitin-proteasome system (UPS) in muscle atrophyAutophagy-lysosome system in muscle atrophyCalpain system in muscle atrophyCaspase system in muscle atrophy