1
|
Pereira VS, Alves BDCA, Waisberg J, Fonseca F, Gehrke F. Detection of COX-2 in liquid biopsy of patients with prostate cancer. J Clin Pathol 2023; 76:189-193. [PMID: 34782424 DOI: 10.1136/jclinpath-2021-207755] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2021] [Accepted: 09/14/2021] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
Abstract
AIMS To determine the profile of COX-2 gene expression in patients with prostate cancer attended at the ABC University Health Center outpatient clinic and correlate the results with patients' anatomopathological examinations. Prostate cancer is the sixth most common type of cancer worldwide and the second in Brazil. COX-2 expression is associated with an unfavourable prognosis. METHODS 15.0 mL of peripheral blood were collected from 24 patients and 25 healthy men. RNA extraction was performed using the QIAamp RNA Blood Mini Kit. Complementary DNA synthesis was performed using SuperScript II RNAse Reverse Transcriptase. Quantitative real-time PCR was performed with specific COX-2 oligonucleotides and the endogenous GAPDH gene. RESULTS The mean age of the patients was 69 years old. The Gleason scoring system showed 37.5% of patients with Gleason 6 (slow growth, low risk), 45.8% with Gleason 7 (intermediate risk) and 16.7% with Gleason 8 or 9 (risk of high-grade cancer). The median COX-2 expression in the study group was 0.97, while in the control group it was 0.11 (p<0.045). CONCLUSIONS Patients with prostate cancer showed higher COX-2 expression at diagnosis compared with the control group. Since COX-2 detection associated with prostate-specific antigen dosage shows promise as a biomarker for diagnosis and prognosis in patients with prostate cancer, further research is required to confirm these findings.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | | | - Jaques Waisberg
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciência Cirúrgica Interdisciplinar, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, UNIFESP/EPM, São Paulo, Brazil.,Cirurgia, Centro Universitário FMABC, Santo André, Brazil
| | - Fernando Fonseca
- Laboratório de Análises Clínicas, Centro Universitário FMABC, Santo André, Brazil.,Ciências Farmacêuticas, Universidade Federal de São Paulo/UNIFESP, Diadema, Brazil
| | - Flavia Gehrke
- Programa de Pós Graduação em Ciências da Saúde, Iamspe, São Paulo, Brazil .,Patologia, Centro Universitário FMABC, Santo André, Brazil
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Elmakaty I, Elsayed B, Elmarasi M, Kujan O, Malki MI. Clinicopathological and prognostic value of chemokine receptor CCR7 expression in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Expert Rev Anticancer Ther 2023; 23:443-453. [PMID: 36744447 DOI: 10.1080/14737140.2023.2177156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES This study aimed to identify the clinicopathological characteristics and prognostic value of CC chemokine receptor 7 (CCR7) expression in patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSSC). METHODS The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines were followed in this meta-analysis. Up to the 2nd of July 2022 a search was conducted using five databases: PubMed, Embase, Scopus, ProQuest, and Web of Science. The methodological standards for the epidemiological research scale were used to assess the quality of the included articles, and Stata software was used to synthesise the meta-analysis. RESULTS We considered 13 of the 615 studies which included 1005 HNSCC patients. High expression of CCR7 increased the pooled odds ratio (OR) of advanced stage, tumour size, metastasis and recurrence by 2.82 [95% confidence interval (CI) 1.84 to 4.33], 2.48 (95% CI 1.68, to 3.67), 3.57, 95% CI 2.25 to 5.05) and 3.93 (95% CI 2.03 to 7.64), respectively. High CCR7 reduced overall patient survival [hazard ratio 2.62 (95% CI 1.59 to 4.32)]. CONCLUSION This study showed that high expression of CCR7 in HNSCC tumours was significantly associated with worse clinicopathological and survival outcomes, suggesting that CCR7 and its pathway could be potential therapeutic strategies for HNSCC.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Basel Elsayed
- College of Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
| | | | - Omar Kujan
- Oral Diagnostic and Surgical Sciences Division, UWA Dental School, the University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
| | - Mohammed Imad Malki
- Pathology Unit, Department of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Hu R, Xu X, Mo L, Chen M, Liu Y. Bioinformatics analysis identifies potential biomarkers involved in the metastasis of locoregionally advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e30126. [PMID: 36107539 PMCID: PMC9439843 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000030126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
Abstract
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is one of the malignant epithelial tumors with a high metastasis rate. This study aimed to screen potential novel biomarkers involved in NPC metastasis. Microarray data of locoregionally advanced NPC (LA-NPC; GSE103611) were obtained from the database of Gene Expression Omnibus. The differentially expressed genes (DEGs) between LA-NPC tissues with and without distant metastasis after radical treatment were screened. Functional analysis was performed and the protein-protein interaction and submodule were analyzed. The univariate Cox regression analysis was performed to identify prognostic genes in NPC in the validation microarray dataset GSE102349. The drug-gene interactions and key genes were identified. Totally, 107 DEGs were identified. The upregulated DEGs and the key nodes in the protein-protein interaction network were associated with pathways or biological processes related to the cell cycle. Four genes including CD44, B2M, PTPN11, and TRIM74 were associated with disease-free survival in NPC. The drug-gene interaction analysis revealed that upregulated genes CXCL10, CD44, B2M, XRCC5, and RPL11 might be potential druggable genes for patients with LA-NPC metastasis by regulating cell cycle, autophagy, and drug resistance. Upregulated CXCL10, CD44, B2M, XRCC5, and RPL11 might play important roles in LA-NPC metastasis by regulating cell cycle-related pathways.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Rongrong Hu
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Zhejiang University Hospital, Hangzhou, China
- *Correspondence: Rongrong Hu, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Zhejiang University Hospital, No 73 Fengqi Road, Jianggan District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China (e-mail: ); Lujiao Mo, Department of Critical Care Medicine, The First People’s Hospital of Xiaoshan District, No. 199 Shixin Road, Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou 311200, China (e-mail: )
| | - Xujun Xu
- Department of Internal Medicine, Zhejiang University Hospital, Hangzhou, China
| | - Lujiao Mo
- Department of Critical Care Medicine, The First People’s Hospital of Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou, China
- *Correspondence: Rongrong Hu, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Zhejiang University Hospital, No 73 Fengqi Road, Jianggan District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China (e-mail: ); Lujiao Mo, Department of Critical Care Medicine, The First People’s Hospital of Xiaoshan District, No. 199 Shixin Road, Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou 311200, China (e-mail: )
| | - Mengjie Chen
- General medicine, Community Health Service Center, Dangwan Town, Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou, China
| | - Yuxiang Liu
- Department of Critical Care Medicine, The Second People’s Hospital of Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou, China
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Non-aspirin NSAIDs and head and neck cancer mortality in a Danish nationwide cohort study. Cancer Epidemiol 2022; 77:102121. [DOI: 10.1016/j.canep.2022.102121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2021] [Revised: 01/12/2022] [Accepted: 02/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
|
5
|
Niklander SE. Inflammatory Mediators in Oral Cancer: Pathogenic Mechanisms and Diagnostic Potential. FRONTIERS IN ORAL HEALTH 2022; 2:642238. [PMID: 35047997 PMCID: PMC8757707 DOI: 10.3389/froh.2021.642238] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2020] [Accepted: 01/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
Abstract
Approximately 15% of cancers are attributable to the inflammatory process, and growing evidence supports an association between oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) and chronic inflammation. Different oral inflammatory conditions, such as oral lichen planus (OLP), submucous fibrosis, and oral discoid lupus, are all predisposing for the development of OSCC. The microenvironment of these conditions contains various transcription factors and inflammatory mediators with the ability to induce proliferation, epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT), and invasion of genetically predisposed lesions, thereby promoting tumor development. In this review, we will focus on the main inflammatory molecules and transcription factors activated in OSCC, with emphasis on their translational potential.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Sven E Niklander
- Unidad de Patologia y Medicina Oral, Facultad de Odontologia, Universidad Andres Bello, Viña del Mar, Chile
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
de la Cour CD, von Buchwald C, Dehlendorff C, Garset-Zamani M, Grønhøj C, Carlander ALF, Friis S, Kjaer SK. Low-dose aspirin use and mortality risk in patients with head and neck cancer: A nationwide cohort study of 10 770 patients. Int J Cancer 2021; 150:969-975. [PMID: 34536296 DOI: 10.1002/ijc.33814] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2021] [Revised: 09/03/2021] [Accepted: 09/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
Abstract
Several recent observational studies have linked low-dose aspirin use to improved survival in patients with head and neck cancer. However, studies of patterns of aspirin use and risk of cancer-specific mortality are lacking. This nationwide cohort study included all patients in the Danish Cancer Registry with a primary diagnosis of head and neck squamous cell cancer (HNSCC) during 2000 to 2016, aged 30 to 84 years, without prior cancer (except nonmelanoma skin cancer) and alive 1 year after diagnosis. Nationwide registries provided information on filled prescriptions, mortality and potential confounding factors. For a subpopulation, a clinical database provided additional information, including human papillomavirus (HPV) tumor status. We used Cox proportional hazards regression models to estimate adjusted hazard ratios (HRs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for the association between postdiagnostic low-dose aspirin use (≥1 prescription within first year after diagnosis) and risk of cancer-specific mortality. We identified 10 770 patients with HNSCC during a median follow-up of 3.9 years. Of these, 1799 (16.7%) were low-dose aspirin users. Postdiagnostic use of low-dose aspirin was associated with a HR of 0.97 (95% CI 0.82-1.15) for cancer-specific mortality. Similar neutral associations were found according to patterns of aspirin use. No apparent trends emerged according to age, sex, topography or stage. A tendency towards a decreased cancer-specific mortality risk with low-dose aspirin use was observed among HPV-positive patients; however, the statistical precision was low. In conclusion, we did not observe an association between postdiagnostic low-dose aspirin use and cancer-specific mortality in a nationwide cohort of patients with HNSCC.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Cecilie D de la Cour
- Unit of Virus, Lifestyle and Genes, Danish Cancer Society Research Center, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Christian von Buchwald
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery and Audiology, Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Christian Dehlendorff
- Statistics and Data Analysis, Danish Cancer Society Research Center, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Martin Garset-Zamani
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery and Audiology, Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Christian Grønhøj
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery and Audiology, Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Amanda-Louise F Carlander
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery and Audiology, Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Søren Friis
- Cancer Surveillance and Pharmacoepidemiology, Danish Cancer Society Research Center, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Susanne K Kjaer
- Unit of Virus, Lifestyle and Genes, Danish Cancer Society Research Center, Copenhagen, Denmark.,Department of Gynecology, Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Sud S, Weiner AA, Wang AZ, Gupta GP, Shen CJ. Prognostic and Predictive Clinical and Biological Factors in HPV Malignancies. Semin Radiat Oncol 2021; 31:309-323. [PMID: 34455986 DOI: 10.1016/j.semradonc.2021.03.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
Abstract
Human papillomavirus (HPV) causes the majority of oropharyngeal, cervical, and anal cancers, among others. These HPV-associated cancers cause substantial morbidity and mortality despite ongoing vaccination efforts. Aside from the earliest stage tumors, chemoradiation is used to treat most HPV-associated cancers across disease sites. Response rates are variable, and opportunities to improve oncologic control and reduce toxicity remain. HPV malignancies share multiple commonalities in oncogenesis and tumor biology that may inform personalized methods of screening, diagnosis, treatment and surveillance. In this review we discuss the current literature and identify promising molecular targets, prognostic and predictive clinical factors and biomarkers in HPV-associated oropharyngeal, cervical and anal cancer.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Shivani Sud
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC
| | - Ashley A Weiner
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC; Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of North Carolina Hospitals, Chapel Hill, NC
| | - Andrew Z Wang
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC; Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of North Carolina Hospitals, Chapel Hill, NC
| | - Gaorav P Gupta
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC; Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of North Carolina Hospitals, Chapel Hill, NC
| | - Colette J Shen
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC; Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of North Carolina Hospitals, Chapel Hill, NC.
| |
Collapse
|
8
|
Pang L, Shah H, Xu Y, Qian S. Delta-5-desaturase: A novel therapeutic target for cancer management. Transl Oncol 2021; 14:101207. [PMID: 34438249 PMCID: PMC8390547 DOI: 10.1016/j.tranon.2021.101207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2021] [Revised: 07/31/2021] [Accepted: 08/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
Abstract
D5D is an independent prognostic factor in cancer. D5D aggravates cancer progression via mediating AA/PGE2 production from DGLA. AA/PGE2 promotes cancer progression via regulating the tumor microenvironment. Inhibition of D5D redirects COX-2 catalyzed DGLA peroxidation, producing 8-HOA. 8-HOA suppress cancer by regulating proliferation, apoptosis, and metastasis.
Delta-5 desaturase (D5D) is a rate-limiting enzyme that introduces double-bonds to the delta-5 position of the n-3 and n-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid chain. Since fatty acid metabolism is a vital factor in cancer development, several recent studies have revealed that D5D activity and expression could be an independent prognostic factor in cancers. However, the mechanistic basis of D5D in cancer progression is still controversial. The classical concept believes that D5D could aggravate cancer progression via mediating arachidonic acid (AA)/prostaglandin E2 production from dihomo-γ-linolenic acid (DGLA), resulting in activation of EP receptors, inflammatory pathways, and immunosuppression. On the contrary, D5D may prevent cancer progression through activating ferroptosis, which is iron-dependent cell death. Suppression of D5D by RNA interference and small-molecule inhibitor has been identified as a promising anti-cancer strategy. Inhibition of D5D could shift DGLA peroxidation pattern from generating AA to a distinct anti-cancer free radical byproduct, 8-hydroxyoctanoic acid, resulting in activation of apoptosis pathway and simultaneously suppression of cancer cell survival, proliferation, migration, and invasion. Hence, understanding the molecular mechanisms of D5D on cancer may therefore facilitate the development of novel therapeutical applications. Given that D5D may serve as a promising target in cancer, in this review, we provide an updated summary of current knowledge on the role of D5D in cancer development and potentially useful therapeutic strategies.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Lizhi Pang
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, North Dakota State University, Sudro 108, 1401 Albrecht Blvd, Fargo, ND, USA.
| | - Harshit Shah
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, North Dakota State University, Sudro 108, 1401 Albrecht Blvd, Fargo, ND, USA
| | - Yi Xu
- Department of Cell Systems and Anatomy, UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA
| | - Steven Qian
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, North Dakota State University, Sudro 108, 1401 Albrecht Blvd, Fargo, ND, USA
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Niklander SE, Murdoch C, Hunter KD. IL-1/IL-1R Signaling in Head and Neck Cancer. FRONTIERS IN ORAL HEALTH 2021; 2:722676. [PMID: 35048046 PMCID: PMC8757896 DOI: 10.3389/froh.2021.722676] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2021] [Accepted: 08/04/2021] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
Abstract
Decades ago, the study of cancer biology was mainly focused on the tumor itself, paying little attention to the tumor microenvironment (TME). Currently, it is well recognized that the TME plays a vital role in cancer development and progression, with emerging treatment strategies focusing on different components of the TME, including tumoral cells, blood vessels, fibroblasts, senescent cells, inflammatory cells, inflammatory factors, among others. There is a well-accepted relationship between chronic inflammation and cancer development. Interleukin-1 (IL-1), a potent pro-inflammatory cytokine commonly found at tumor sites, is considered one of the most important inflammatory factors in cancer, and has been related with carcinogenesis, tumor growth and metastasis. Increasing evidence has linked development of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) with chronic inflammation, and particularly, with IL-1 signaling. This review focuses on the most important members of the IL-1 family, with emphasis on how their aberrant expression can promote HNSCC development and metastasis, highlighting possible clinical applications.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Sven E. Niklander
- Unidad de Patología y Medicina Oral, Facultad de Odontologia, Universidad Andres Bello, Viña del Mar, Chile
| | - Craig Murdoch
- Unit of Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine, Pathology and Surgery, School of Clinical Dentistry, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom
| | - Keith D. Hunter
- Unit of Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine, Pathology and Surgery, School of Clinical Dentistry, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Oral Biology and Pathology, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Saito S, Ozawa H, Imanishi Y, Sekimizu M, Watanabe Y, Ito F, Ikari Y, Nakahara N, Kameyama K, Ogawa K. Cyclooxygenase-2 expression is associated with chemoresistance through cancer stemness property in hypopharyngeal carcinoma. Oncol Lett 2021; 22:533. [PMID: 34084214 PMCID: PMC8161457 DOI: 10.3892/ol.2021.12794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2021] [Accepted: 04/20/2021] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
Abstract
Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) is one of the two isoforms of COX, an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of arachidonic acid to prostaglandins. COX-2 is associated with the progression in various types of cancer, and its expression has been associated with a poor prognosis in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). Furthermore, COX-2 expression has been associated with resistance to anticancer drugs. However, the precise mechanism of COX-2 for chemoresistance in HNSCC has not been fully elucidated. The present study aimed to investigate the effect of COX-2 on cancer stem cell (CSC) property and to reveal its effect on chemoresistance using in vitro and clinicopathological assays in HNSCC cells and tissues. The current study analyzed the immunohistochemical expression levels of COX-2 and clinicopathological factors using matched samples of pretreatment biopsy and surgical specimens from patients with hypopharyngeal carcinoma who underwent tumor resection with preoperative chemotherapy, including docetaxel. Additionally, the chemoresistance to docetaxel with or without a COX-2 inhibitor (celecoxib) was examined in HNSCC cell lines by MTS assays. To evaluate the association of COX-2 expression with stemness property, the expression levels of CSC-associated genes after exposure to celecoxib were assessed by reverse transcription-quantitative PCR. A sphere formation assay was also performed using ultra-low attachment dishes and microscopic imaging. The immunohistochemical analysis of biopsy specimens revealed a negative association between COX-2 expression in biopsy specimens and the pathological effect of induction chemotherapy in surgical specimens. The cell survival rate under exposure to docetaxel was decreased by the addition of celecoxib. COX-2 inhibition led to downregulation of CSC-associated gene expression and sphere formation. The present findings suggested that COX-2 expression may be associated with chemoresistance through the cancer stemness property, and inhibition of COX-2 may enhance chemo-sensitivity in HNSCC. Therefore, COX-2 may be an attractive target for the treatment of HNSCC.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Shin Saito
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo 160-8582, Japan
| | - Hiroyuki Ozawa
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo 160-8582, Japan
| | - Yorihisa Imanishi
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, International University of Health and Welfare, Narita, Chiba 286-8582, Japan
| | - Mariko Sekimizu
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo 160-8582, Japan
| | - Yoshihiro Watanabe
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, International University of Health and Welfare, Narita, Chiba 286-8582, Japan
| | - Fumihiro Ito
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, National Hospital Organization Tokyo Medical Center, Tokyo 152-8902, Japan
| | - Yuichi Ikari
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Kawasaki Municipal Kawasaki Hospital, Kawasaki, Kanagawa 210-0013, Japan
| | - Nana Nakahara
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Saitama City Hospital, Saitama 336-8522, Japan
| | - Kaori Kameyama
- Department of Pathology, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo 160-8582, Japan
| | - Kaoru Ogawa
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo 160-8582, Japan
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Ghazi N, Khorasanchi M. Markers associated with malignant transformation of oral lichen planus: A review article. Arch Oral Biol 2021; 127:105158. [PMID: 34022545 DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2021.105158] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2021] [Revised: 05/08/2021] [Accepted: 05/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Abstract
Oral lichen planus (OLP) is one of the autoimmune diseases associated with chronic inflammation that involves several complications including the potential for malignant transformation into oral squamous cell carcinoma. Pathogenesis of OLP are yet to be fully comprehended however, it has been demonstrated that the epithelial cells in OLP lesions are affected by cytotoxic T lymphocytes leading to immunological reactions. Various factors are reported to act as diagnostic markers for predicting and monitoring the cancerous progression. Hence, in this review, we summarize and present the latest studies regarding the predictive markers associated with malignant potential of OLP.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Narges Ghazi
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, School of Dentistry, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
| | - Maryam Khorasanchi
- Student Research Committee, School of Dentistry, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
| |
Collapse
|
12
|
Zhang T, Du S, Wang Y, Guo Y, Yi Y, Liu B, Liu Y, Chen X, Zhao Q, He D, Wang Z, Zhang H, Ma Q. Novel Carborane Compounds Based on Cyclooxygenase‐2 Inhibitors for Effective Boron Neutron Capture Therapy of Tongue Squamous Cell Carcinoma. ChemistrySelect 2020. [DOI: 10.1002/slct.202004077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Taofeng Zhang
- School of Nuclear Science and Technology Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
- School of Stomatology Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
- School of Physical Science and Technology Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
| | - Shaobo Du
- School of Nuclear Science and Technology Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
- School of Stomatology Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
| | - Yu Wang
- Lanzhou Institute of Biological Products Co., Ltd Lanzhou 730000 China
| | - Yanzhu Guo
- School of Stomatology Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
| | - Yangman Yi
- School of Stomatology Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
| | - Bin Liu
- School of Nuclear Science and Technology Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
- School of Stomatology Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
| | - Yang Liu
- Institute of Modern Physics Chinese Academy of Sciences Lanzhou 730000 China
| | - Ximeng Chen
- School of Nuclear Science and Technology Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
| | - Quanyi Zhao
- School of Pharmacy Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
| | - Dian He
- School of Pharmacy Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
| | - Zhen Wang
- School of Pharmacy Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
| | - Hong Zhang
- Institute of Modern Physics Chinese Academy of Sciences Lanzhou 730000 China
| | - Qianlong Ma
- School of Stomatology Lanzhou University Lanzhou 730000 China
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Role of Cyclooxygenase-2 in Head and Neck Tumorigenesis. Int J Mol Sci 2020; 21:ijms21239246. [PMID: 33287464 PMCID: PMC7731111 DOI: 10.3390/ijms21239246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2020] [Revised: 12/01/2020] [Accepted: 12/02/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
Abstract
The cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) is a potent enzyme that converts arachidonic acid to prostaglandins (PG), including PGE2, a key mediator of inflammation and angiogenesis. Importantly, COX-2 is activated in response to inflammatory stimuli, where it is also believed to promote the development and progression of head and neck cancers (HNC). COX-2 can mediate its protumorigenic effect through various mechanisms, such as inducing cell proliferation, inhibition of apoptosis, and suppressing the host’s immune response. Furthermore, COX-2 can induce the production of vascular endothelial growth factors, hence, promoting angiogenesis. Indeed, the ability of COX-2 inhibitors to selectively restrict the proliferation of tumor cells and mediating apoptosis provides promising therapeutic targets for cancer patients. Thus, in this comprehensive review, we summarized the reported differential expression patterns of COX-2 in different stages of head and neck carcinogenesis—from potentially premalignant lesions to invasive carcinomas. Furthermore, we examined the available meta-analysis evidence for COX-2 role in the carcinogenesis of HNC. Finally, further understanding of the biological processes of COX-2 and its role in orchestrating cell proliferation, apoptosis, and angiogenesis may give therapeutically beneficial insight to develop the management plan of HNC patients and improve their clinical outcomes.
Collapse
|
14
|
Over-expression of cyclo-oxygenase-2 predicts poor survival of patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma: a meta-analysis. The Journal of Laryngology & Otology 2020; 134:338-343. [PMID: 32172705 DOI: 10.1017/s0022215120000614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES The conclusive prognostic significance of cyclo-oxygenase-2 has been determined in various cancers but not in nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the relationship of cyclo-oxygenase-2 expression with the survival outcome and treatment response of nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients via a systematic meta-analysis approach. METHODS A meta-analysis was conducted in compliance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses ('PRISMA') checklist. The primary clinical characteristics of patients, and hazard ratios with 95 per cent confidence intervals of overall survival data, were tabulated from eligible studies. The relationship of cyclo-oxygenase-2 expression with survival outcome (expressed as hazard ratio) and treatment response (expressed as odds ratio) in nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients was analysed, and explained with the aid of forest plot charts. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION The pooled hazard ratio for overall survival was 2.02 (95 per cent confidence interval = 1.65-2.47). This indicates that the over-expression of cyclo-oxygenase-2 is significantly associated with the poor survival of nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients. The pooled odds ratio of 0.98 (95 per cent confidence interval = 0.27-3.49) reveals that over-expression of cyclo-oxygenase-2 was not significantly related to the treatment outcome.
Collapse
|
15
|
Watanabe Y, Imanishi Y, Ozawa H, Sakamoto K, Fujii R, Shigetomi S, Habu N, Otsuka K, Sato Y, Sekimizu M, Ito F, Ikari Y, Saito S, Kameyama K, Ogawa K. Selective EP2 and Cox-2 inhibition suppresses cell migration by reversing epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition and Cox-2 overexpression and E-cadherin downregulation are implicated in neck metastasis of hypopharyngeal cancer. Am J Transl Res 2020; 12:1096-1113. [PMID: 32269737 PMCID: PMC7137058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2019] [Accepted: 03/01/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
Abstract
Cyclooxygenase-2 (Cox-2) has been shown to promote cancer initiation and progression through pleiotropic functions including induction of epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT) via its predominant product prostaglandin E2 that binds to the cognate receptor EP2. Hence, pharmacological inhibition at the level of EP2 is assumed to be a more selective alternative with less risk to Cox-2 inhibition. However, little is known regarding the anti-cancer effect of an EP2 antagonist on the malignant properties of cancers including hypopharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (HPSCC). The present study found that both the Cox-2 inhibitor celecoxib and the EP2 antagonist PF-04418948 upregulated CDH-1 expression, restored membranous localization of E-cadherin, and reduced vimentin expression, by downregulating the transcriptional repressors of E-cadherin in BICR6 and FaDu cells. Such Cox-2 or EP2 inhibition-induced EMT reversal led to repressed migration ability in both cells. Immunohistochemical analysis of surgical HPSCC specimens demonstrated an inverse relationship in expression between Cox-2 and E-cadherin both in the context of statistics (P = 0.028) and of reciprocal immunolocalization in situ. Multivariate logistic regression revealed that overexpression of Cox-2 (P < 0.001) and downregulation of E-cadherin (P = 0.016) were both independently predictive of neck metastasis. These results suggest that suppression of cell migration ability via reversing EMT by inhibiting the Cox-2/EP2 signaling may contribute to preventing the development and progression of lymphatic metastasis. Collectively, targeting Cox-2/EP2, especially using EP2 antagonist, can be a promising therapeutic strategy by exerting an anti-metastatic effect via EMT reversal for improving the treatment outcomes of patients with various cancers including HPSCC.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yoshihiro Watanabe
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Keio University School of MedicineTokyo, Japan
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Tokyo Saiseikai Central HospitalTokyo, Japan
| | - Yorihisa Imanishi
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Keio University School of MedicineTokyo, Japan
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Kawasaki Municipal Kawasaki HospitalKawasaki, Japan
| | - Hiroyuki Ozawa
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Keio University School of MedicineTokyo, Japan
| | - Koji Sakamoto
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Saiseikai Utsunomiya HospitalUtsunomiya, Japan
| | - Ryoichi Fujii
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Saiseikai Yokohamashi Tobu HospitalYokohama, Japan
| | - Seiji Shigetomi
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Yokohama Municipal Citizen’s HospitalYokohama, Japan
| | - Noboru Habu
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Kyosai Tachikawa HospitalTokyo, Japan
| | - Kuninori Otsuka
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Shin-Yurigaoka General HospitalKawasaki, Japan
| | - Yoichiro Sato
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Kawasaki Municipal Kawasaki HospitalKawasaki, Japan
| | - Mariko Sekimizu
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Keio University School of MedicineTokyo, Japan
| | - Fumihiro Ito
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Keio University School of MedicineTokyo, Japan
| | - Yuichi Ikari
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Keio University School of MedicineTokyo, Japan
| | - Shin Saito
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Keio University School of MedicineTokyo, Japan
| | - Kaori Kameyama
- Department of Pathology, Keio University School of MedicineTokyo, Japan
| | - Kaoru Ogawa
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Keio University School of MedicineTokyo, Japan
| |
Collapse
|
16
|
Osawa K, Umemura M, Nakakaji R, Tanaka R, Islam RM, Nagasako A, Fujita T, Yokoyama U, Koizumi T, Mitsudo K, Ishikawa Y. Prostaglandin E 2 receptor EP4 regulates cell migration through Orai1. Cancer Sci 2019; 111:160-174. [PMID: 31755615 PMCID: PMC6942437 DOI: 10.1111/cas.14247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2019] [Revised: 11/04/2019] [Accepted: 11/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
Abstract
The EP4 prostanoid receptors are one of four receptor subtypes for prostaglandin E2 (PGE2 ). Therefore, EP4 may play an important role in cancer progression. However, little information is available regarding their function per se, including migration and the cellular signaling pathway of EP4 in oral cancer. First, we found that mRNA and protein expression of EP4 was abundantly expressed in human-derived tongue squamous cell carcinoma cell lines HSC-3 and OSC-19. The EP4 agonist (ONO-AE1-437) significantly promoted cell migration in HSC-3 cells. In contrast, knockdown of EP4 reduced cell migration. Furthermore, we confirmed that knockdown of EP4 suppressed metastasis of oral cancer cells in the lungs of mice in vivo. Therefore, we focused on the mechanism of migration/metastasis in EP4 signaling. Interestingly, EP4 agonist significantly induced intracellular Ca2+ elevation not in only oral cancer cells but also in other cells, including normal cells. Furthermore, we found that EP4 activated PI3K and induced Ca2+ influx through Orai1 without activation of store depletion and stromal interaction molecule 1 (STIM1). Immunoprecipitation showed that EP4 formed complexes with Orai1 and TRPC1, but not with STIM. Moreover, the EP4 agonist ONO-AE1-437 phosphorylated ERK and activated MMP-2 and MMP-9. Knockdown of Orai1 negated EP4 agonist-induced ERK phosphorylation. Taken together, our data suggested that EP4 activated PI3K and then induced Ca2+ influx from the extracellular space through Orai1, resulting in ERK phosphorylation and promoting cell migration. Migration is regulated by EP4/PI3K/Orai1 signaling in oral cancer.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Kohei Osawa
- Cardiovascular Research Institute, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan.,Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
| | - Masanari Umemura
- Cardiovascular Research Institute, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
| | - Rina Nakakaji
- Cardiovascular Research Institute, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan.,Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
| | - Ryo Tanaka
- Cardiovascular Research Institute, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
| | - Rafikul Md Islam
- Cardiovascular Research Institute, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
| | - Akane Nagasako
- Cardiovascular Research Institute, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
| | - Takayuki Fujita
- Cardiovascular Research Institute, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
| | - Utako Yokoyama
- Cardiovascular Research Institute, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan.,Department of Physiology, Tokyo Medical University Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
| | - Toshiyuki Koizumi
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
| | - Kenji Mitsudo
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
| | - Yoshihiro Ishikawa
- Cardiovascular Research Institute, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama, Japan
| |
Collapse
|
17
|
Li S, Li G, Zhang T, Li J, Zhao Q, Zhang B, Wang R, Zhou R, Si J, Gan L, Liu Y, Zhang H, Liu B. Co-SLD suppressed the growth of oral squamous cell carcinoma via disrupting mitochondrial function. ARTIFICIAL CELLS NANOMEDICINE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY 2019; 47:1746-1757. [PMID: 31062618 DOI: 10.1080/21691401.2019.1608218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Sirui Li
- School/Hospital of Stomatology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
| | - Guo Li
- School/Hospital of Stomatology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
| | - Taofeng Zhang
- School of Nuclear Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
| | - Jili Li
- School of Pharmacy, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
| | - Quanyi Zhao
- School of Pharmacy, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
| | - Baoping Zhang
- School/Hospital of Stomatology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
| | - Rui Wang
- School/Hospital of Stomatology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
| | - Rong Zhou
- Institute of Modern Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Lanzhou, China
| | - Jing Si
- Institute of Modern Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Lanzhou, China
| | - Lu Gan
- Institute of Modern Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Lanzhou, China
| | - Yang Liu
- Institute of Modern Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Lanzhou, China
| | - Hong Zhang
- Institute of Modern Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Lanzhou, China
| | - Bin Liu
- School/Hospital of Stomatology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
| |
Collapse
|
18
|
Hasan F, Katiyar T, Maurya SS, Yadav V, Yadav S, Pandey R, Mehrotra D, Hadi R, Singh S, Bhatt ML, Parmar D. Similarities in mRNA expression of peripheral blood drug metabolizing enzymes and cancer marker genes with biopsy samples of head and neck cancer patients. Biomarkers 2019; 24:574-583. [PMID: 31002268 DOI: 10.1080/1354750x.2019.1609090] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
Abstract
Purpose: To develop peripheral blood mRNA expression profiles of drug metabolizing enzymes (DMEs) as a surrogate to monitor tobacco induced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC), attempts were made to investigate (i) similarities in alterations with the cancer marker genes in biopsy samples and (ii) if alterations similar to that seen in biopsy samples are reflected in peripheral blood. Methods: Total RNA from eight soft gingival tissues and eight biopsy samples of HNSCC patients and total DNA and RNA from blood of healthy controls (n = 150) and HNSCC patients (n = 150) was processed for expression and genotyping studies. Blood from patients receiving chemo-radiotherapy was processed for follow-up study. Results: qRT-PCR revealed significant increase in mRNA expression of DMEs in biopsy and blood samples of HNSCC patients when compared to controls. Similar alterations were observed in cancer marker genes in these samples. Patients with variant genotypes of DMEs showed greater magnitude of alterations in mRNA expression when compared to wild type controls. Responders of chemo-radiotherapy showed significant decline in induction of mRNA expression of DMEs and cancer marker genes Conclusions: The data suggest that peripheral blood expression profiles could be used to monitor tobacco-induced HNSCC as well as the treatment response.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Feza Hasan
- a Developmental Toxicology Laboratory, System Toxicology & Health Risk Assessment Group, CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (CSIR-IITR) , Lucknow , India.,b School of Dental Sciences, Department of Biochemistry, Babu Banarsi Das University , Lucknow , India
| | - Tridiv Katiyar
- a Developmental Toxicology Laboratory, System Toxicology & Health Risk Assessment Group, CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (CSIR-IITR) , Lucknow , India.,b School of Dental Sciences, Department of Biochemistry, Babu Banarsi Das University , Lucknow , India
| | - Shailendra S Maurya
- a Developmental Toxicology Laboratory, System Toxicology & Health Risk Assessment Group, CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (CSIR-IITR) , Lucknow , India
| | - Vinay Yadav
- a Developmental Toxicology Laboratory, System Toxicology & Health Risk Assessment Group, CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (CSIR-IITR) , Lucknow , India
| | - Sanjay Yadav
- a Developmental Toxicology Laboratory, System Toxicology & Health Risk Assessment Group, CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (CSIR-IITR) , Lucknow , India
| | - Rahul Pandey
- c Department of Radiotherapy & Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, King George's Medical University , Lucknow , India
| | - Divya Mehrotra
- c Department of Radiotherapy & Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, King George's Medical University , Lucknow , India
| | - Rahat Hadi
- d Department of Radiation Oncology, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences , Lucknow , India
| | - Sudhir Singh
- c Department of Radiotherapy & Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, King George's Medical University , Lucknow , India
| | - Madan L Bhatt
- c Department of Radiotherapy & Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, King George's Medical University , Lucknow , India
| | - Devendra Parmar
- a Developmental Toxicology Laboratory, System Toxicology & Health Risk Assessment Group, CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (CSIR-IITR) , Lucknow , India
| |
Collapse
|
19
|
Mediators of Inflammation - A Potential Source of Biomarkers in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma. J Immunol Res 2018; 2018:1061780. [PMID: 30539028 PMCID: PMC6260538 DOI: 10.1155/2018/1061780] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2018] [Accepted: 10/25/2018] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
Abstract
Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is the most common tumour of the oral cavity, associated with significant morbidity and mortality. It is a multifactorial condition, both genetic and environmental factors being involved in its development and progression. Its pathogenesis is not fully elucidated, but a pivotal role has been attributed to inflammation, strong evidence supporting the association between chronic inflammation and carcinogenesis. Moreover, an increasing number of studies have investigated the role of different mediators of inflammation in the early detection of OSCC. In this review, we have summarized the main markers of inflammation that could be useful in diagnosis and shed some light in OSCC pathogenesis.
Collapse
|
20
|
Luo MX, Long BB, Li F, Zhang C, Pan MT, Huang YQ, Chen B. Roles of Cyclooxygenase-2 gene -765G > C (rs20417) and -1195G > A (rs689466) polymorphisms in gastric cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Gene 2018; 685:125-135. [PMID: 30391440 DOI: 10.1016/j.gene.2018.10.077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2018] [Accepted: 10/26/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND The roles of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX2) -765G > C (rs20417) and -1195G > A (rs689466) polymorphisms in gastric cancer were intensively analyzed, but the results of these studies were inconsistent. We conducted a meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis to elucidate the associations between these two COX2 polymorphisms and gastric cancer risk. METHODS Eligible studies were searched in PubMed, Embase, Cochrane library databases, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Vip, and Wanfang databases. Odds ratios (ORs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were used to assess the genetic correlation between COX2 polymorphisms and gastric cancer susceptibility in five genetic models. Trial sequential analysis (TSA) was conducted to estimate whether the evidence of the results is sufficient. Furthermore, their interactions with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) or smoking in gastric cancer were also assessed using a case-only method. RESULTS The COX2 gene -765G > C polymorphism showed no significant association with gastric cancer susceptibility under all the five genetic models (take the allelic model for example: OR = 1.41, 95% CI: 0.95-2.09) in total analysis, and the stratification analysis by ethnicity indicated a similar association in Caucasian group under four genetic models (allelic model, dominant model, homozygous model, and heterozygous model). But in the subgroup of the Asian population, the -765G > C polymorphism was significantly associated with gastric cancer risk under the same contrast. The COX2 -1195G > A polymorphism showed significant correlation with gastric cancer susceptibility in total analysis, and stratification analysis by ethnicity also revealed a similar association in both Asian and Caucasian groups under the same contrast. Moreover, TSA confirmed such associations. Both H. pylori infection and cigarette smoking interacted with -765 C allele in gastric cancer (OR = 3.79, 95% CI: 1.15-12.43 and OR = 2.48, 95% CI: 1.38-4.48, respectively), but not in -1195 A allele (OR = 1.96, 95% CI: 0.62-6.21, and OR = 1.24, 95% CI: 0.93-1.64, respectively). CONCLUSIONS COX2 -765G > C polymorphism may serve as a genetic biomarker of gastric cancer in Asians, but not in Caucasians. COX2 -1195G > A polymorphism may serve as a genetic biomarker of gastric cancer in both Asians and Caucasians. The -765G > C, rather than -1195G > A polymorphism interacted with H. pylori infection or cigarette smoking to increase gastric cancer risk.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ming-Xu Luo
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Xiamen Humanity Hospital, Xiamen, China; Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Xiamen Cancer Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, Xiamen, China
| | - Bin-Bin Long
- The Third Department of General Surgery, Taihe Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, China
| | - Fei Li
- Endoscopy Center, The Third Hospital of Zhangzhou, Zhangzhou, China
| | - Chao Zhang
- Center for Evidence-Based Medicine and Clinical Research, Taihe Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, China
| | - Meng-Ting Pan
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Xiamen Cancer Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, Xiamen, China
| | - Yu-Qiang Huang
- Teaching and Research Section of Surgery, The First Clinical College of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
| | - Bo Chen
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Xiamen Cancer Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, Xiamen, China; Teaching and Research Section of Surgery, The First Clinical College of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China.
| |
Collapse
|
21
|
Sparger EE, Murphy BG, Kamal FM, Arzi B, Naydan D, Skouritakis CT, Cox DP, Skorupski K. Investigation of immune cell markers in feline oral squamous cell carcinoma. Vet Immunol Immunopathol 2018; 202:52-62. [PMID: 30078599 DOI: 10.1016/j.vetimm.2018.06.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2017] [Revised: 05/04/2018] [Accepted: 06/13/2018] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
Abstract
Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common oral cancer in the cat and presents as a locally aggressive lesion for which an effective therapeutic protocol remains elusive. Feline oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) shares many clinical characteristics with human head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). Accordingly, present studies were conducted to determine similarities for immune markers shared by feline OSCC and human HNSCC. Biopsies harvested from a feline patient cohort-1 (n = 12) were analyzed for lymphoid cell infiltrates by immunohistochemistry (IHC). Results revealed unique patterns of T cell infiltration involving both neoplastic epithelium and stroma that were detected in most patient tumor biopsies (92%) examined by IHC staining for CD3. Intratumoral B cell infiltrates were detected within tumor stroma only, based on IHC staining for CD79a and CD20 for all patients within the same cohort-1. Infiltration of tumors by a regulatory CD4 T cell subset (Tregs) defined by expression of the forkhead transcription factor FoxP3, was also detected in biopsies from 57% of patients and involved infiltration of neoplastic epithelium and stroma. Patient biopsies were also examined for expression of immunomodulator cyclooxygenase (COX)-2 and revealed positive but weak staining of neoplastic epithelium in a significant proportion of cases (75%). Interestingly, COX-2 expression was detected in both neoplastic epithelium and stroma. Blood collected from a second cohort of feline OSCC patients (n = 9) revealed an increased frequency of circulating CD4+FoxP3+ T cells when compared to healthy adult controls (n = 7) (P = 0.045), although frequencies of CD4+CD25+FoxP3+ T cells were comparable between patients and healthy pet cat controls. Lastly, biopsies from feline OSCC patients were characterized for histologic subtype using a classification scheme previously described for human HNSCC. This analysis revealed the conventional subtype as the predominant variant (75%) with conventional subtypes split evenly between well differentiated and moderately differentiated carcinomas. Two cases were classified as papillary and one case as basaloid subtypes. Correlations between subtype, immune marker scores or circulating Treg frequencies and clinical characteristics or outcome were not detected, most likely due to small patient numbers within patient cohorts. However, findings from these studies provide a preliminary step in the characterization of immune and histologic markers that will be critical to defining prognostic immune markers for feline OSCC and potential targets for testing of immunotherapeutics also relevant to human HNSCC in future studies.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ellen E Sparger
- Department of Medicine and Epidemiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA, USA.
| | - Brian G Murphy
- Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA, USA
| | - Farina Mustaffa Kamal
- Department of Medicine and Epidemiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA, USA
| | - Boaz Arzi
- Department of Surgical and Radiological Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA, USA
| | - Diane Naydan
- Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA, USA
| | - Chrisoula T Skouritakis
- Department of Surgical and Radiological Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA, USA
| | - Darren P Cox
- Department of Orofacial Sciences, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA
| | - Katherine Skorupski
- Department of Surgical and Radiological Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA, USA
| |
Collapse
|
22
|
COX-2 as a determinant of lower disease-free survival for patients affected by ameloblastoma. Pathol Res Pract 2018; 214:907-913. [PMID: 29559247 DOI: 10.1016/j.prp.2018.03.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2018] [Revised: 02/27/2018] [Accepted: 03/13/2018] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
Abstract
Ameloblastoma is a locally aggressive neoplasm with a poorly understood pathogenesis. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate whether COX-2 expression is associated with ameloblastoma microvascular density (MVD) and with tumor aggressiveness. Sixty-three cases of primary ameloblastomas arranged in tissue microarray were submitted to immunohistochemistry against cyclooxigenase-2 (COX-2) and CD34. Clinicopathological parameters regarding sex, age, tumour size, tumour duration, tumour location, treatment, recurrences, radiographic features, vestibular/lingual and basal cortical disruption and follow-up data were obtained from patients' medical records and correlated with the proteins expression. The results on BRAF-V600E expression were obtained from our previous study and correlated with COX-2 and CD34 expressions. Log-rank univariate analysis and multivariate Cox regression model were done to investigate the prognostic potential of the molecular markers. Twenty-eight cases (44.4%) exhibited cytoplasmic positivity for COX-2, predominantly in the columnar peripheral cells, with a mean MVD of 2.2 vessels/mm2. COX-2 was significantly associated with recurrences (p < 0.001) and BRAF-V600E expression (p < 0.001), whereas lower MVD was associated with the use of conservative therapy (p = 0.004). Using univariate and multivariate analyses, COX-2 was significantly associated with a lower 5-year disease-free survival (DFS) rate (p < 0.001 and p = 0.012, respectively), but not with a higher MVD (p = 0.68). In conclusion, COX-2 expression in ameloblastomas is not associated with MVD, but it is significantly associated with recurrences and with a lower DFS.
Collapse
|
23
|
Kaczmarzyk T, Kisielowski K, Koszowski R, Rynkiewicz M, Gawełek E, Babiuch K, Bednarczyk A, Drozdzowska B. Investigation of clinicopathological parameters and expression of COX-2, bcl-2, PCNA, and p53 in primary and recurrent sporadic odontogenic keratocysts. Clin Oral Investig 2018; 22:3097-3106. [PMID: 29508125 PMCID: PMC6224022 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-018-2400-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2017] [Accepted: 02/22/2018] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
Abstract
Objectives Odontogenic keratocyst (OKC) presents considerable variation in aggressiveness and propensity for recurrence, yet hitherto, no explicit clinicopathological features have been determined to clearly demonstrate the potential for relapse. This retrospective study aims to investigate the prognostic relevance of various clinicopathological features as well as immunoexpression of COX-2, bcl-2, PCNA, and p53 in sporadic OKC. Materials and methods Among 41 patients with OKC treated by enucleation, the frequency of recurrence for various clinicopathological features as well as immunoexpression for COX-2, bcl-2, PCNA, and p53 was evaluated. Results The mean follow-up was 8.49 years, and recurrences were ascertained in 29.27% of cases. We found significant differences between recurrent and non-recurrent cysts in terms of multilocularity (P = 0.029), cortical perforation (P = 0.001), and lesion size (P < 0.001). Hazard risk for the recurrence was 3.362 (95% CI 1.066–10.598) for multilocular cysts, 7.801 (95% CI 2.1–28.985) for evidence of cortical perforation, and 1.004 (1.002–1.006) for 1 mm2 of lesion size on panoramic radiographs. We also found that immunoexpression of PCNA significantly correlates with the radiographic evidence of cortical perforation (P = 0.048) and that there is significant positive correlation between expression of COX-2 and bcl-2 (P = 0.001) as well as significant negative correlation between immunoexpression of COX-2 and age (P = 0.002). None of the other analyzed factors were associated with the recurrence. Conclusions Larger size, multilocularity, and cortical perforation in sporadic OKC may be correlated with the relapse. Clinical relevance Immunohistochemical analyses of COX-2, bcl-2, PCNA, and p53 lack prognostic utility in sporadic OKC.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Tomasz Kaczmarzyk
- Department of Oral Surgery, Institute of Dentistry, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, ul. Montelupich 4, 31-155, Kraków, Poland. .,Chair of Periodontology and Clinical Pathology of the Oral Cavity, Institute of Dentistry, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, ul. Montelupich 4, 31-155, Kraków, Poland.
| | - Konrad Kisielowski
- Department of Oral Surgery, Institute of Dentistry, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, ul. Montelupich 4, 31-155, Kraków, Poland
| | - Rafał Koszowski
- Academic Center of Dentistry and Specialized Medicine, Plac Akademicki 17, 41-902, Bytom, Poland
| | - Magdalena Rynkiewicz
- Department of Pathomorphology, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. 3 Maja 13/15, 41-800, Zabrze, Poland
| | - Ewa Gawełek
- Department of Pathomorphology, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. 3 Maja 13/15, 41-800, Zabrze, Poland
| | - Karolina Babiuch
- Chair of Periodontology and Clinical Pathology of the Oral Cavity, Institute of Dentistry, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, ul. Montelupich 4, 31-155, Kraków, Poland
| | - Anna Bednarczyk
- Department of Oral Surgery, Institute of Dentistry, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, ul. Montelupich 4, 31-155, Kraków, Poland
| | - Bogna Drozdzowska
- Department of Pathomorphology, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. 3 Maja 13/15, 41-800, Zabrze, Poland
| |
Collapse
|
24
|
Markers of Oral Lichen Planus Malignant Transformation. DISEASE MARKERS 2018; 2018:1959506. [PMID: 29682099 PMCID: PMC5846459 DOI: 10.1155/2018/1959506] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2017] [Accepted: 01/15/2018] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
Abstract
Oral lichen planus (OLP) is a chronic inflammatory disease of unknown etiology with significant impact on patients' quality of life. Malignant transformation into oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is considered as one of the most serious complications of the disease; nevertheless, controversy still persists. Various factors seem to be involved in the progression of malignant transformation; however, the mechanism of this process is not fully understood yet. Molecular alterations detected in OLP samples might represent useful biomarkers for predicting and monitoring the malignant progression. In this review, we discuss various studies which highlight different molecules as ominous predictors of OLP malignant transformation.
Collapse
|
25
|
Gonzaga AKG, Lopes MLDS, Ribeiro CMD, Aquino ARL, Nonaka CFW, Silveira EJD, Medeiros AMC. Participation of cyclooxygenase-2 in lip carcinogenesis. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2017; 32:e69-e71. [PMID: 28833615 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.14524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- A K G Gonzaga
- Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
| | - M L D S Lopes
- Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
| | - C M D Ribeiro
- Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
| | - A R L Aquino
- Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
| | - C F W Nonaka
- Department of Dentistry, State University of Paraíba, Campina Grande, ParaÍba, Brazil
| | - E J D Silveira
- Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
| | - A M C Medeiros
- Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
| |
Collapse
|
26
|
Cyclooxygenase-2 expression is positively associated with lymph node metastasis in nasopharyngeal carcinoma. PLoS One 2017; 12:e0173641. [PMID: 28301518 PMCID: PMC5354404 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0173641] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2016] [Accepted: 02/23/2017] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Accumulating evidence has demonstrated that cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) is involved in head and neck cancers, especially in nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC). However, the association between COX-2 expression and lymph node metastasis in NPC remains uncertain. This systematic review and meta-analysis meta-analysis investigated the relationship between COX-2 expression and lymph node metastasis and other signs of disease progression in NPC. METHODS Previously published studies assessing COX-2 expression and lymph node metastasis in NPC were identified in four English databases and three Chinese ones (Pubmed, Embase, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang, Vip Journal Integration Platform) up to November 2016. Quality of all eligible studies was assessed using the Newcastle-Ottawa Quality Assessment Scale (NOS). Pooled odds ratios (OR) and their 95% confidence intervals (95%CI) were calculated with fixed-effects or random-effects model to evaluate the effects of COX-2 expression on lymph node metastasis. RESULTS A total of 27 studies with 1797 NPC patients met the inclusion criteria. The expression of COX-2 was significantly higher in patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma than those without the carcinoma, with a combined OR of 21.17 (95%CI = 15.02-29.85, I2 = 35.1%, Pheterogeneity = 0.070). A statistically significant association between COX-2 expression and lymph node metastasis in NPC patients, with an OR of 4.44 (95%CI = 3.46-5.70, I2 = 38.3%, Pheterogeneity = 0.024), and with other indicators of disease progression. Subgroup analyses based on COX-2 assay and staging criteria of TNM showed no significant heterogeneity. CONCLUSIONS The results suggest that expression of COX-2 is associated with lymph node metastasis and disease progression in NPC, indicating a potential role in evaluation of prognosis and in treatment decisions. COX-2 inhibitors have potential in the treatment of NPC that should be further investigated.
Collapse
|
27
|
Fan YH, Fang H, Ji CX, Xie H, Xiao B, Zhu XG. Long noncoding RNA CCAT2 can predict metastasis and poor prognosis: A meta-analysis. Clin Chim Acta 2017; 466:120-126. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cca.2017.01.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2016] [Revised: 01/10/2017] [Accepted: 01/12/2017] [Indexed: 02/09/2023]
|