Abstract
Using the novel 'substrate-heme complex' approach, the mechanism of 17 alpha-Hydroxylase/17,20-Lyase (P-450(17) alpha), in particular the lyase of the C(17)-C(20) bond, is considered from a geometric perspective. The results of the study appear to suggest that the final oxidative step in the lyase of the C(17)-C(20) bond involves the use of a ferroxy attacking species as opposed to peroxy or a mixture of ferroxy and peroxy, an observation which is consistent with results previously obtained with Aromatase.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1023-1028 |
| Journal | Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry Letters |
| Volume | 8 |
| Issue number | 9 |
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| Publication status | Published - 5 May 1998 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- inhibitors
- aromatase
- Chemistry