International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
25(13), P. 7226 - 7226
Published: June 30, 2024
Breast
cancer
represents
the
most
prevalent
form
of
and
leading
cause
cancer-related
mortality
among
females
worldwide.
It
has
been
reported
that
several
risk
factors
contribute
to
appearance
progression
this
disease.
Despite
advancements
in
breast
treatment,
a
significant
portion
patients
with
distant
metastases
still
experiences
no
cure.
The
extracellular
matrix
potential
target
for
enhanced
serum
biomarkers
cancer.
Furthermore,
degradation
epithelial–mesenchymal
transition
constitute
primary
stages
local
invasion
during
tumorigenesis.
Additionally,
microbiome
influence
on
diverse
physiological
processes.
is
emerging
microbial
dysbiosis
element
development
various
cancers,
including
Thus,
better
understanding
interactions
could
provide
novel
alternatives
treatment
management.
In
review,
we
summarize
current
evidence
regarding
intricate
relationship
between
microbiome.
We
discuss
arising
associations
future
perspectives
field.
Cancers,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(3), P. 368 - 368
Published: Jan. 23, 2025
Fusobacterium
nucleatum,
a
gram-negative
anaerobic
bacterium,
has
emerged
as
significant
player
in
colorectal
cancer
(CRC)
pathogenesis.
The
bacterium
causes
persistent
inflammatory
reaction
the
mucosa
by
stimulating
release
of
pro-inflammatory
cytokines
like
IL-1β,
IL-6,
and
TNF-α,
creating
an
environment
conducive
to
progression.
F.
nucleatum
binds
penetrates
epithelial
cells
through
adhesins
such
FadA,
impairing
cell
junctions
encouraging
epithelial-to-mesenchymal
transition
(EMT),
which
is
associated
with
advancement.
Additionally,
modulates
host
immune
system,
suppressing
activity
conditions
favorable
for
tumor
growth.
Its
interactions
gut
microbiome
contribute
dysbiosis,
further
influencing
carcinogenic
pathways.
Evidence
indicates
that
can
inflict
DNA
damage
either
directly
via
reactive
oxygen
species
or
indirectly
environment.
it
triggers
oncogenic
pathways,
especially
Wnt/β-catenin
signaling
pathway,
promotes
growth
longevity.
Moreover,
alters
microenvironment,
impacting
behavior,
metastasis,
therapeutic
responses.
purpose
this
review
elucidate
molecular
mechanisms
contributes
CRC.
Understanding
these
crucial
development
targeted
therapies
diagnostic
strategies
CRC
nucleatum.
Frontiers in Immunology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: July 9, 2024
The
gut
microbiome
plays
a
significant
role
in
the
pathogenesis
of
pancreatic
ductal
adenocarcinoma
(PDAC),
influencing
oncogenesis,
immune
responses,
and
treatment
outcomes.
Studies
have
identified
microbial
species
like
Porphyromonas
gingivalis
Fusobacterium
nucleatum,
that
promote
PDAC
progression
through
various
mechanisms.
Additionally,
affects
cell
activation
response
to
immunotherapy,
including
checkpoint
inhibitors
CAR-T
therapy.
Specific
microbes
their
metabolites
play
effectiveness
(ICIs).
Alterations
can
either
enhance
or
diminish
responses
PD-1/PD-L1
CTLA-4
blockade
bacterial
trimethylamine
N-oxide
(TMAO)
lipopolysaccharide
(LPS)
impact
antitumor
immunity,
offering
potential
targets
augment
immunotherapy
responses.
Modulating
fecal
microbiota
transplantation,
probiotics,
prebiotics,
dietary
changes,
antibiotics
shows
promise
treatment,
although
outcomes
are
highly
variable.
Dietary
modifications,
particularly
high-fiber
diets
specific
fat
consumption,
influence
composition
cancer
risk.
Combining
microbiome-based
therapies
with
existing
treatments
holds
for
improving
therapy
outcomes,
but
further
research
is
needed
optimize
effectiveness.
Cancers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(17), P. 2997 - 2997
Published: Aug. 28, 2024
Oral
squamous
cell
carcinoma
(OSCC)
is
the
most
common
head
and
neck
cancer.
Although
oral
cavity
an
easily
accessible
area
for
visual
examination,
OSCC
more
often
detected
at
advanced
stage.
The
global
prevalence
of
around
6%,
with
increasing
trends
posing
a
significant
health
problem
due
to
increase
in
morbidity
mortality.
microbiome
has
been
target
numerous
studies,
findings
highlighting
role
dysbiosis
developing
OSCC.
Dysbiosis
can
significantly
pathobionts
(bacteria,
viruses,
fungi,
parasites)
that
trigger
inflammation
through
their
virulence
pathogenicity
factors.
In
contrast,
chronic
bacterial
contributes
development
Pathobionts
also
have
other
effects,
such
as
impact
on
immune
system,
which
alter
responses
contribute
pro-inflammatory
environment.
Poor
hygiene
carbohydrate-rich
foods
risk
factors
mechanisms
are
not
yet
fully
understood
remain
frequent
research
topic.
For
this
reason,
narrative
review
concentrates
issue
potential
cause
OSCC,
well
underlying
involved.
Cell Communication and Signaling,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
22(1)
Published: Nov. 15, 2024
Fusobacterium
nucleatum
(Fn)
has
been
extensively
studied
for
its
connection
to
colorectal
cancer
(CRC)
and
potential
role
in
chemotherapy
resistance.
Studies
indicate
that
Fn
is
commonly
found
CRC
tissues
associated
with
unfavorable
prognosis
treatment
failure.
It
shown
promotes
chemoresistance
by
affecting
autophagy,
a
cellular
process
helps
cells
survive
under
stressful
conditions.
Additionally,
targets
specific
signaling
pathways
activate
particular
microRNAs
modulate
the
response
chemotherapy.
Understanding
current
molecular
mechanisms
investigating
importance
of
Fn-inducing
could
provide
valuable
insights
developing
novel
therapies.
This
review
surveys
tumor
proliferation,
metastasis,
CRC,
focusing
on
effects
microenvironment,
gene
expression,
resistance
conventional
drugs.
also
discusses
therapeutic
implications
targeting
highlights
need
further
research.
Nutrients,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(16), P. 2644 - 2644
Published: Aug. 10, 2024
Breast
cancer
(BC)
is
one
of
the
most
common
cancers
worldwide
and
a
leading
cause
cancer-related
deaths
among
women.
The
escalating
incidence
BC
underscores
necessity
multi-level
treatment.
complex
heterogeneous
disease
involving
many
genetic,
lifestyle,
environmental
factors.
Growing
evidence
suggests
that
nutrition
intervention
an
evolving
effective
prevention
treatment
strategy
for
BC.
In
addition,
human
microbiota,
particularly
gut
now
widely
recognized
as
significant
player
contributing
to
health
or
status.
It
also
associated
with
risk
development
This
review
will
focus
on
in
BC,
including
dietary
patterns,
bioactive
compounds,
nutrients
affect
therapeutic
responses
both
animal
studies.
Additionally,
this
paper
examines
impacts
these
interventions
modulating
composition
functionality
microbiome,
highlighting
microbiome-mediated
mechanisms
combination
factors
microbes
discussed.
Insights
from
emphasize
comprehensive
management
focuses
nutrition–microbiome
axis.
Annals of Clinical Microbiology and Antimicrobials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
24(1)
Published: Jan. 29, 2025
Highly
frequent
colorectal
cancer
(CRC)
is
predicted
to
have
3.2
million
novel
cases
by
2040.
Tumor
microenvironment
(TME)
bacteriome
and
metabolites
are
proposed
be
involved
in
CRC
development.
In
this
regard,
we
aimed
investigate
the
of
healthy,
adenomatous
polyp,
tissues.
Sixty
samples
including
healthy
(H),
polyps
(AP),
polyps-adjacent
(APA),
tumor
(CT),
tumor-adjacent
(CA)
tissues
were
collected
analyzed
16
S
rRNA
sequencing
1H
NMR
spectroscopy.
Our
results
revealed
that
H,
AP,
CT
groups
significantly
different.
We
observed
Lachnospiraceae
family
depleted
concomitant
with
acetoacetate
beta-hydroxybutyric
acid
(BHB)
accumulations
AP
addition,
some
bacterial
species
Gemella
morbillorum,
Morganella
morganii
enriched
compared
H
group.
Furthermore,
fumarate
was
accumulated
Aeromonas
enteropelogenes,
veronii,
Fusobacterium
nucleatum
subsp.
animalis
increased
abundance
These
beneficial
bacteria
depletion
cross-talk
BHB
followed
an
driver
G.
M.
may
reprogram
polyp
leading
initiation.
Consequently,
passenger
accumulation
like
A.
A.veronii,
F.
cross-talking
TME
aggravate
So,
knowledge
might
help
prevention,
early
diagnosis,
a
good
prognosis.
Frontiers in Immunology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16
Published: April 3, 2025
Fusobacterium
nucleatum
is
strongly
linked
to
colorectal
cancer
(CRC)
progression,
but
its
mechanisms
for
influencing
macrophage
polarization
and
tumor
development
are
not
well
understood.
We
established
an
in
vitro
model
of
F.
infection
RAW264.7
macrophages
investigate
these
processes.
Macrophage
was
evaluated
using
scanning
electron
microscopy
(SEM),
real-time
quantitative
PCR
(RT-qPCR),
immunofluorescence
staining.
RNA
sequencing
(RNA-Seq)
identified
differentially
expressed
genes
(DEGs)
enriched
pathways,
focusing
on
the
role
NF-κB
signaling
pathway
polarization.
induced
M2
macrophages,
as
confirmed
by
SEM
analysis
RT-qPCR
validation.
A
total
2,029
DEGs
were
after
infection,
with
763
upregulated
1,266
downregulated.
GO
KEGG
enrichment
showed
that
cytokine-cytokine
receptor
interaction,
TNF
signaling,
pathways
indicating
enhanced
cytokine
activity
immune
response.
Key
(Nfkb1,
Nfkb2,
Malt,
Lta,
Ltb,
Tnf)
proteins
(P50,
P100)
upregulated,
crucial
This
study
offers
evidence
regarding
modulating
nucleatum-induced
polarization,
underscoring
significance
progression
cancer.
Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: May 8, 2025
Periodontitis
(PD)
is
the
most
common
oral
infectious
disease.
The
primary
etiologic
cause
of
onset
and
development
PD
dental
plaque,
which
consists
bacterial
biofilm
domiciled
within
a
complex
extracellular
mass.
In
patients,
there
progressive
breakdown
periodontal
ligament
alveolar
bone.
more
advanced
stages,
tooth
loss
occurs.
progression
this
chronic
inflammatory
disease
involves
interactions
among
numerous
microbial
pathogens
particularly,
bacteria,
host's
immune
factors,
various
environmental
factors.
Due
to
persistent
infection
by
periodonto-pathogenic
an
impairment
both
innate
acquired
immunity,
leading
tissue
destruction.
Chronic
inflammation
in
may
be
associated
with
several
systemic
diseases,
including
cardiovascular
conditions,
respiratory
issues,
diabetes,
neurological
cancer,
adverse
pregnancy
outcomes.
Antibiotic
treatment
one
effective
strategies
for
treating
cases,
although
emergence
some
resistant
strains
limit
effectiveness
antibiotics.
review
study,
we
discussed
main
bacteria
PD,
interaction
response,
pathogenesis
antibiotic
treatment.
We
also
outlined
resistance
antibiotics
these
pathogens.