Cancer Letters,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
617, P. 217596 - 217596
Published: March 12, 2025
M2
macrophages
play
a
critical
role
in
the
tumor
microenvironment
of
invasive
solid
tumors.
They
are
closely
associated
with
perineural
invasion
(PNI)
and
often
linked
to
poor
prognosis.
In
this
context,
tumor-derived
exosomes
serve
as
important
mediators
intercellular
communication.
However,
relationship
between
cell-induced
PNI
cholangiocarcinoma
remains
unexplored.
study,
we
utilized
multiplex
immunofluorescence
transcriptomic
sequencing
demonstrate
upregulation
LINC01812
tissues
its
positive
correlation
macrophage
infiltration.
Exosomal
lncRNA
sequencing,
exosome
uptake
experiments,
RNA
pull-down
assays,
mass
spectrometry
analysis
demonstrated
that
can
internalize
exosomal
promote
phenotype
cells.
Additionally,
Transwell
vitro
cocultures
dorsal
root
ganglia
confirmed
significantly
enhances
nerve
infiltration
cells
via
macrophages.
The
findings
study
indicate
containing
derived
from
induce
polarization
facilitate
infiltration,
thereby
providing
new
potential
therapeutic
targets
for
managing
cholangiocarcinoma.
Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14
Published: March 15, 2024
Background
Growing
evidence
has
shown
that
gut
microbiome
composition
is
associated
with
Biliary
tract
cancer
(BTC),
but
the
causality
remains
unknown.
This
study
aimed
to
explore
causal
relationship
between
microbiota
and
BTC,
conduct
an
appraisal
of
microbiome’s
utility
in
facilitating
early
diagnosis
BTC.
Methods
We
acquired
summary
data
for
Genome-wide
Association
Studies
(GWAS)
pertaining
BTC
(418
cases
159,201
controls)
from
Biobank
Japan
(BBJ)
database.
Additionally,
GWAS
relevant
(N
=
18,340)
were
sourced
MiBioGen
consortium.
The
primary
methodology
employed
analysis
consisted
Inverse
Variance
Weighting
(IVW).
Evaluations
sensitivity
carried
out
through
utilization
multiple
statistical
techniques,
encompassing
Cochrane’s
Q
test,
MR-Egger
intercept
evaluation,
global
test
MR-PRESSO,
a
leave-one-out
methodological
analysis.
Ultimately,
reverse
Mendelian
Randomization
was
conducted
assess
potential
reciprocal
causality.
Results
outcomes
derived
IVW
substantiated
presence
Family
Streptococcaceae
(OR
0.44,
P
0.034),
Veillonellaceae
0.46,
0.018),
Genus
Dorea
0.29,
0.041)
exerted
protective
influence
against
Conversely,
Class
Lentisphaeria
2.21,
0.017),
Lachnospiraceae
FCS020
Group
2.30,
0.013),
Order
Victivallales
0.017)
adverse
impact.
To
any
effect,
we
used
as
exposure
outcome,
this
revealed
associations
five
different
types
microbiota.
disclosed
absence
empirical
indicators
either
heterogeneity
or
pleiotropy.
Conclusion
investigation
represents
inaugural
identification
indicative
supporting
beneficial
detrimental
relationships
risk
determined
MR
methodologies.
These
could
hold
significance
formulation
individualized
therapeutic
strategies
at
prevention
survival
enhancement.
Frontiers in Immunology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: July 10, 2024
Biliary
tract
cancer
stands
as
a
prevalent
illness,
posing
significant
risks
to
human
health,
where
immune
cells
are
pivotal
in
both
its
development
and
recovery
processes.
Due
the
diverse
functionalities
exhibited
by
different
cell
phenotypes
within
organism,
relatively
limited
research
on
their
relationship
with
biliary
cancer,
this
study
employed
Mendelian
randomization
(MR)
explore
potential
association,
thereby
aiding
better
understanding
of
causal
link
between
cancer.
Cellular and Molecular Gastroenterology and Hepatology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(5), P. 853 - 876
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Proapoptotic
tumor
necrosis
factor-related
apoptosis-inducing
ligand
(TRAIL)
signaling
as
a
cause
of
cancer
cell
death
is
well-established
mechanism.
However,
TRAIL-receptor
(TRAIL-R)
agonists
have
had
very
limited
anticancer
activity
in
human
beings,
challenging
the
concept
TRAIL
potent
agent.
Herein,
we
aimed
to
define
mechanisms
by
which
TRAIL+
cells
can
leverage
noncanonical
myeloid-derived
suppressor
(MDSCs)
promoting
their
abundance
murine
cholangiocarcinoma
(CCA).
Multiple
immunocompetent
syngeneic,
orthotopic
models
CCA
were
used.
Single-cell
RNA
sequencing
and
cellular
indexing
transcriptomes
epitopes
CD45+
tumors
from
different
was
conducted.
In
multiple
CCA,
implantation
into
Trail-r-/-
mice
resulted
significant
reduction
volumes
compared
with
wild-type
mice.
Tumor-bearing
decrease
MDSCs
owing
attenuation
MDSC
proliferation.
Noncanonical
consequent
nuclear
factor-κB
activation
facilitated
enhanced
immune
showed
enrichment
signature
MDSCs.
Moreover,
resistant
TRAIL-mediated
apoptosis
expression
FLICE
inhibitory
protein,
an
inhibitor
proapoptotic
signaling.
Accordingly,
protein
knockdown
sensitized
apoptosis.
Finally,
cell-restricted
deletion
Trail
significantly
reduced
burden.
Our
findings
highlight
therapeutic
potential
targeting
for
treatment
poorly
immunogenic
cancer.
Frontiers in Oncology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14
Published: Feb. 23, 2024
Gastrointestinal
(GI)
tumors
are
a
significant
global
health
threat,
with
high
rates
of
morbidity
and
mortality.
Exosomes
contain
various
biologically
active
molecules
like
nucleic
acids,
proteins,
lipids
can
serve
as
messengers
for
intercellular
communication.
They
play
critical
roles
in
the
exchange
information
between
tumor
cells
microenvironment
(TME).
The
TME
consists
mesenchymal
components
extracellular
matrix
(ECM),
fibroblasts
being
most
abundant
cell
type
mesenchyme.
Cancer-associated
(CAFs)
derived
from
normal
stem
that
activated
TME.
CAFs
secrete
exosomes
to
modulate
proliferation,
invasion,
migration,
drug
resistance,
other
biological
processes
tumors.
Additionally,
manipulate
function
behavior
through
direct
cell-cell
interactions.
This
review
provides
summary
crosstalk
GI
exosomes,
along
potential
underlying
mechanisms.
Journal of Experimental & Clinical Cancer Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
43(1)
Published: April 20, 2024
Refractoriness
to
surgical
resection
and
chemotherapy
makes
intrahepatic
cholangiocarcinoma
(ICC)
a
fatal
cancer
of
the
digestive
system
with
high
mortality
poor
prognosis.
Important
function
invests
circRNAs
tremendous
potential
in
biomarkers
therapeutic
targets.
Nevertheless,
it
is
still
unknown
how
contribute
evolution
ICC.
CircRNAs
paired
ICC
adjacent
tissues
were
screened
by
sequencing.
To
explore
impact
on
development,
experiments
involving
gain
loss
conducted.
Various
experimental
techniques,
including
quantitative
real-time
PCR
(qPCR),
western
blotting,
RNA
immunoprecipitation
(RIP),
luciferase
reporter
assays,
pull-down,
chromatin
(ChIP),
ubiquitination
assays
so
employed
identify
molecular
regulatory
role
circRNAs.
Herein,
we
reported
new
circRNA,
which
originates
from
exon
9
15
SLCO1B3
gene
(named
circSLCO1B3),
orchestrated
progression
promoting
tumor
proliferation,
metastasis
immune
evasion.
We
found
that
circSLCO1B3
was
highly
overexpressed
related
lymphatic
metastasis,
sizes,
differentiation.
Mechanically,
not
only
promoted
proliferation
via
miR-502-5p/HOXC8/SMAD3
axis,
but
also
eradicated
anti-tumor
immunity
suppressing
ubiquitin-proteasome-dependent
degradation
PD-L1
E3
ubiquitin
ligase
SPOP.
further
methyltransferase
like
3
(METTL3)
mediated
m6A
methylation
stabilizes
its
expression.
Our
findings
indicate
prognostic
marker
target
patients.
Taken
together,
m6A-modified
correlated
prognosis
enhancing
potentiating
HOXC8
expression,
inducing
evasion
antagonizing
degradation.
These
results
suggest
for
Cell Death and Disease,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: Feb. 7, 2025
Abstract
Gastric
cancer
(GC)
remains
a
leading
cause
of
cancer-related
mortality
worldwide,
with
limited
treatment
options
in
advanced
stages.
Immunotherapy,
particularly
immune
checkpoint
inhibitors
(ICIs)
targeting
PD1/PD-L1,
has
emerged
as
promising
therapeutic
approach.
However,
significant
proportion
patients
exhibit
primary
or
acquired
resistance,
limiting
the
overall
efficacy
immunotherapy.
This
review
provides
comprehensive
analysis
mechanisms
underlying
immunotherapy
resistance
GC,
including
role
tumor
microenvironment,
dynamic
PD-L1
expression,
compensatory
activation
other
checkpoints,
and
genomic
instability.
Furthermore,
explores
GC-specific
factors
such
molecular
subtypes,
unique
evasion
mechanisms,
impact
Helicobacter
pylori
infection.
We
also
discuss
emerging
strategies
to
overcome
combination
therapies,
novel
immunotherapeutic
approaches,
personalized
based
on
genomics
microenvironment.
By
highlighting
these
key
areas,
this
aims
inform
future
research
directions
clinical
practice,
ultimately
improving
outcomes
for
GC
undergoing
Current Treatment Options in Oncology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
25(1), P. 127 - 160
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Biliary
tract
cancers
are
molecularly
and
anatomically
diverse
which
include
intrahepatic
cholangiocarcinoma,
extrahepatic
(perihilar
distal)
gallbladder
cancer.
While
recognized
as
distinct
entities,
the
rarer
incidence
of
these
combined
with
diagnostic
challenges
in
classifying
anatomic
origin
has
resulted
clinical
trials
guideline
recommended
strategies
being
generalized
patients
all
types
biliary
In
this
review,
we
delve
into
unique
aspects,
subtype-specific
trial
outcomes,
multidisciplinary
management
cholangiocarcinoma.
When
resectable,
definitive
surgery
followed
by
adjuvant
chemotherapy
(sometimes
selective
radiation/chemoradiation)
is
current
standard
care.
Due
to
high
recurrence
rates,
there
growing
interest
use
upfront/neoadjuvant
therapy
improve
surgical
outcomes
downstage
who
may
not
initially
be
resectable.
Select
perihilar
cholangiocarcinoma
successfully
treated
novel
approaches
such
liver
transplant.
advanced
disease
setting,
combination
gemcitabine
cisplatin
remains
base
for
systemic
was
recently
improved
upon
addition
immune
checkpoint
blockade
doublet
reported
TOPAZ-1
KEYNOTE-966
trials.
Second-line
all-comer
treatments
remain
limited
both
options
efficacy,
so
participation
should
strongly
considered.
With
increased
molecular
testing,
detection
actionable
mutations
opportunities
receive
indicated
targeted
therapies
on
rise
most
significant
driver
survival
stage
disease.
Though
currently
reserved
second
or
later
line,
future
looking
at
moving
earlier
treatment
settings
immunotherapy.
cross-disciplinary
surgical,
medical,
radiation
oncology,
patient-centered
care
also
collaboration
endoscopists,
palliative
specialists,
nutritionists
global
patient
outcomes.
Journal of Hepatology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
80(6), P. 892 - 903
Published: March 7, 2024
•Transposase-mediated
transduction
of
Fbxw7ΔF
and
Akt
into
the
biliary
epithelium
promotes
CCA
carcinogenesis.•Murine
cells
derived
from
Fbxw7ΔF/Akt
tumors
can
be
implanted
orthotopically
mouse
livers
to
generate
a
syngeneic
model
(FAC).•This
recapitulates
critical
phenotypic
pathological
elements
human
iCCA.•Syngeneic
murine
models
with
different
genetic
drivers
correspond
subsets
CCA.•Syngeneic
iCCA
display
genotype-immune
microenvironment
phenotype
correlation
differential
responses
immunotherapy.
Background
&
AimsCholangiocarcinoma
(CCA)
is
poorly
immunogenic
malignancy
associated
limited
survival.
Syngeneic
immunocompetent
are
an
essential
tool
elucidate
tumor
immune
(TIME),
understand
mechanisms
evasion,
test
novel
immunotherapeutic
strategies.
The
scope
this
study
was
develop
characterize
distinct
drivers,
correlate
genomics,
immunobiology,
therapeutic
response.MethodsA
multifaceted
approach
including
scRNA-seq,
CITE-seq,
whole
exome
bulk
RNA
sequencing
employed.
FDA-approved
PD-1/PD-L1
antibodies
were
tested
in
humanized
mice
(HuPD-H1).ResultsA
intrahepatic
(iCCA)
driven
by
intrabiliary
that
mimics
generated.
From
tumors,
cell
line
(FAC)
characteristics
developed.
Established
SB1
(YAPS127A/Akt)
KPPC
(KrasG12Dp53L/L)
compared
FAC
model.
Although
had
transcriptomic
similarities,
they
substantial
differences
as
well.
Mutation
patterns
FAC,
SB1,
matched
mutational
signatures
Western
Japanese
patient
cohorts.
high
mutation
burden.
T
cell-infiltrated
TIME,
while
preponderance
suppressive
myeloid
cells.
Moreover,
tumor-bearing
HuPD-H1
displayed
nivolumab
or
durvalumab.ConclusionsSyngeneic
between
genotype
TIME
phenotype,
immunotherapies.
This
underscores
importance
leveraging
multiple
preclinical
immunotherapy
CCA.Impact
implicationsUnderstanding
relationship
unmet
need
cholangiocarcinoma
(CCA).
Herein,
we
use
demonstrate
models,
which
information
will
help
guide
other
studies.
Additionally,
it
emphasizes
checkpoint
inhibition
patients
not
"one-size-fits-all"
approach.
Our
observations
suggest
that,
for
targeted
therapies,
should
stratified
selected
treatment
according
their
genetics.
Cholangiocarcinoma
response.
A
(HuPD-H1).
durvalumab.
CCA.