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Gioacchini FM, Di Stadio A, De Luca P, Camaioni A, Pace A, Iannella G, Rubini C, Santarelli M, Tomassetti M, Scarpa A, Olivieri F, Re M. A pilot study to evaluate the expression of microRNA‑let‑7a in patients with intestinal‑type sinonasal adenocarcinoma. Oncol Lett 2024; 27:69. [PMID: 38192674 PMCID: PMC10773186 DOI: 10.3892/ol.2023.14202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024] Open
Abstract
Despite its histological resemblance to colorectal adenocarcinoma, there is little information about the molecular events involved in the pathogenesis of intestinal-type sinonasal adenocarcinoma (ITAC). The present study investigated the possible role and clinical value of microRNA (miR)-let-7a, a head and neck squamous cell carcinoma-related miR, in a well-characterized and homogeneous cohort of patients with ethmoidal ITAC associated with occupational exposure, treated by primary surgery. miR-let-7a expression levels were analyzed in 23 pairs of ethmoidal ITAC and adjacent normal formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissues by reverse transcription-quantitative PCR. The expression was evaluated in tumor and healthy tissues according to: Tumor grade (G) of differentiation and extension, and pTNM stage, and presence/absence of recurrence. Comparisons within and between groups were performed using two-tailed Student's paired t-test and one-way ANOVA with Tukey's post hoc test. P<0.05 was considered to indicate a statistically significant difference. miR-let-7a expression in ethmoidal ITAC tissues was significantly lower than that in adjacent normal tissues (P<0.05; mean expression level ± SD, 1.452707±1.4367189 vs. 4.094017±2.7465375). miR expression varied with pT stage. miR-let-7a was downregulated (P<0.05) in advanced stages (pT3-pT4) compared with earlier stages (pT1-pT2). Furthermore, downregulation of miR-let-7a in ITAC was associated with poorly-differentiated (G3) cancer (P<0.05). No other associations were observed between miR-let-7a expression and the other clinicopathological parameters, including disease-free survival. In conclusion, downregulation of miR-let-7a in ITAC was associated with advanced-stage (pT3 and pT4) and poorly-differentiated (G3) disease, suggesting that the mutation of this gene, combined with additional genetic events, could serve a role in ITAC pathogenesis.
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Affiliation(s)
- Federico Maria Gioacchini
- Ear, Nose and Throat Unit, Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona Joint Hospitals, I-60020 Ancona, Italy
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- Gian Filippo Ingrassia Department, Otolaryngology Unit, University of Catania, I-95121 Catania, Italy
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Fatebenefratelli Isola Tiberina-Gemelli Hospital, I-00100 Rome, Italy
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- Head and Neck Department, San Giovanni-Addolorata Hospital, I-00189 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Sense Organs, University La Sapienza of Rome, I-00161 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Sense Organs, University La Sapienza of Rome, I-00161 Rome, Italy
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- Pathology and Histopathology Division, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Public Health, Polytechnic University of Marche, I-60020 Ancona, Italy
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- Pathology and Histopathology Division, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Public Health, Polytechnic University of Marche, I-60020 Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Section of Occupational Medicine, Polytechnic University of Marche, I-60020 Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, I-84084 Fisciano, Italy
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- Clinic of Laboratory and Precision Medicine, IRCCS INRCA, I-60121 Ancona, Italy
- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Università Politecnica Delle Marche, I-60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Ear, Nose and Throat Unit, Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona Joint Hospitals, I-60020 Ancona, Italy
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Tomasetti M, Re M, Monaco F, Gaetani S, Rubini C, Bertini A, Pasquini E, Bersaglieri C, Bracci M, Staffolani S, Colomba M, Gregorini A, Valentino M, Tagliabracci A, Bovenzi M, Neuzil J, Amati M, Santarelli L. MiR-126 in intestinal-type sinonasal adenocarcinomas: exosomal transfer of MiR-126 promotes anti-tumour responses. BMC Cancer 2018; 18:896. [PMID: 30223817 PMCID: PMC6142309 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-018-4801-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2018] [Accepted: 09/05/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
Abstract
Background Intestinal-type sinonasal adenocarcinomas (ITACs) are aggressive malignancies related to wood dust and leather exposure. ITACs are generally associated with advanced stage at presentation due to the insidious growth pattern and non-specific symptoms. Therefore, biomarkers that can detect the switch from the benign disease to malignancy are needed. Essential for tumour growth, angiogenesis is an important step in tumour development and progression. This process is strictly regulated, and MiR-126 considered its master modulator. Methods We have investigated MiR-126 levels in ITACs and compared them to benign sinonasal lesions, such as sinonasal-inverted papillomas (SIPs) and inflammatory polyps (NIPs). The tumour-suppressive functions of MiR-126 were also evaluated. Results We found that MiR-126 can significantly distinguish malignancy from benign nasal forms. The low levels of MiR-126 in ITACs point to its role in tumour progression. In this context, restoration of MiR-126 induced metabolic changes, and inhibited cell growth and the tumorigenic potential of MNSC cells. Conclusions We report that MiR-126 delivered via exosomes from endothelial cells promotes anti-tumour responses. This paracrine transfer of MiRs may represent a new approach towards MiR-based therapy. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s12885-018-4801-z) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Marco Tomasetti
- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Section of Occupational Medicine, Polytechnic University of Marche, Via Tronto 10/a, 60020, Ancona, Italy. .,International Society of Doctors for the Environment (ISDE), Arezzo, Italy.
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Section of Otorhinolaryngology, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Section of Occupational Medicine, Polytechnic University of Marche, Via Tronto 10/a, 60020, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Section of Occupational Medicine, Polytechnic University of Marche, Via Tronto 10/a, 60020, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Public Health, Section of Anatomical Pathology, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Section of Otorhinolaryngology, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy
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- Surgical Department, ENT Metropolitan Unit, Bellaria & Budrio Hospital, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Section of Occupational Medicine, Polytechnic University of Marche, Via Tronto 10/a, 60020, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Section of Occupational Medicine, Polytechnic University of Marche, Via Tronto 10/a, 60020, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Section of Occupational Medicine, Polytechnic University of Marche, Via Tronto 10/a, 60020, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Biomolecular Sciences, University of Urbino "Carlo Bo", Urbino, PU, Italy
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- Department of Biomolecular Sciences, University of Urbino "Carlo Bo", Urbino, PU, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Section of Occupational Medicine, Polytechnic University of Marche, Via Tronto 10/a, 60020, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Public Health, Section of Legal Medicine, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Medical Sciences, Clinical Unit of Occupational Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
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- School of Medical Science, Griffith University, Southport, Australia.,Institute of Biotechnology, Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague-West, Czech Republic
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Section of Occupational Medicine, Polytechnic University of Marche, Via Tronto 10/a, 60020, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Section of Occupational Medicine, Polytechnic University of Marche, Via Tronto 10/a, 60020, Ancona, Italy.
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Mascitti M, Santarelli A, Zizzi A, Procaccini M, Lo Muzio L, Rubini C. Expression of p73 and TRAIL in odontogenic cysts and tumors. J Oral Sci 2016; 58:459-464. [PMID: 28025428 DOI: 10.2334/josnusd.16-0147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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Odontogenic tumors are a group of lesions arising from the odontogenic apparatus. Although the mechanism of oncogenesis and tumor progression in these lesions remains unknown, certain proteins, such as those involved in apoptosis, seem to be involved in the differentiation and proliferation of odontogenic epithelial cells. The aim of this study was to analyze the expression of p73 and TNF-related apoptosis-inducing ligand (TRAIL) in odontogenic tumors and cysts, and to clarify changes in the expression of these proteins. Immunohistochemical analysis was performed on 21 ameloblastomas, 15 keratocystic odontogenic tumors and 15 dentigerous cysts. We carried out quantitative assessment of p73 and TRAIL expression by determining the percentages of positive cells on a continuous scale. Five cases of orthokeratinized odontogenic cyst were also examined. The percentages of cells immunohistochemically positive for p73 were 52.6 ± 25.4% in ameloblastomas, 76.0 ± 13.1% in keratocystic odontogenic tumors, and 26.7 ± 30.7% in odontogenic cysts, whereas the corresponding figures for TRAIL were 57.6 ± 16.1%, 8.9 ± 10.0%, and 1.5 ± 0.5%, respectively. Imbalance of the apoptosis pathway, with dysregulation of p73 and TRAIL, seems to play a role in the oncogenesis of odontogenic tumors.(J Oral Sci 58, 459-464, 2016).
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- Marco Mascitti
- Department of Clinical Specialistic and Dental Sciences, Marche Polytechnic University
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Mascitti M, Santarelli A, Sabatucci A, Procaccini M, Lo Muzio L, Zizzi A, Rubini C. Glandular odontogenic cyst: review of literature and report of a new case with cytokeratin-19 expression. Open Dent J 2014; 8:1-12. [PMID: 24624237 PMCID: PMC3950754 DOI: 10.2174/1874210601408010001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2013] [Revised: 12/13/2013] [Accepted: 12/17/2013] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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The glandular odontogenic cyst (GOC) was a rare jawbone cyst described in 1988 as a distinct entity. This lesion can involve either jaw, and the anterior region of the mandible was the most commonly affected area. Clinical and radiographic findings were not specific, and the diagnosis of GOC can be extremely difficult due to the rarity of this lesion. The cyst presented a wall constituted by fibrous connective tissue and was lined by a non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium of variable thickness. Large areas of the lining epithelium presented cylinder cells, sometimes ciliated. A variable amount of mucina was occasionally noted. Due to the strong similarities, this cyst can be easily misdiag-nosed as a central mucoepidermoid carcinoma (CMEC). Immunohistochemistry may be an aid in diagnosis; in fact has been demonstrated that there were differences in the expression of cytokeratins (CK) in GOC and CMEC. In this study, we reported a new case of GOC in a 38 year female patient. In addition, we carried out a review of 110 previous cases reported in literature.
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- Marco Mascitti
- Department of Clinic Specialistic and Odontostomatological Sciences, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Clinic Specialistic and Odontostomatological Sciences, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy ; Institute of Health and Science on Aging INRCA, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Clinic Specialistic and Odontostomatological Sciences, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Clinic Specialistic and Odontostomatological Sciences, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy ; Institute of Health and Science on Aging INRCA, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Sperimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Public Health, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Public Health, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy
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