1
|
Mao C, Gong L, Kang W. Effect and mechanism of resveratrol on ferroptosis mediated by p53/SLC7A11 in oral squamous cell carcinoma. BMC Oral Health 2024; 24:773. [PMID: 38987730 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-024-04395-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2023] [Accepted: 05/21/2024] [Indexed: 07/12/2024] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVE Resveratrol (Res) is a natural phytoestrogen with antitumor activity. This study sought to investigate the role of Res in ferroptosis in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). METHODS Normal human oral keratinocyte (HOK)/oral OSCC (CAL-27/SCC-9) cell lines were treated with different doses of Res. Res toxicity was determined by MTT assay, with half maximal inhibitory concentration values of Res on CAL-27 and SCC-9 cells calculated. Cell viability/colony formation efficiency/migration/invasion/cycle were assessed by CCK-8/colony formation assay/transwell assay/flow cytometry. The expression of p53 protein in the nucleus and cytoplasm, glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4) expression, and SLC7A11 messenger RNA (mRNA) and protein expression levels were determined by Western blot and RT-qPCR. Fe2+ content, reactive oxygen species (ROS) level, reduced glutathione (GSH), and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) release were assessed. RESULTS Medium- to low-dose Res had no toxic effect on HOK cells, while high-dose Res markedly reduced HOK cell viability. Res significantly suppressed the viability of OSCC cells (CAL-27 and SCC-9). Res inhibited OSCC cell colony formation/migration/invasion, and induced G1 phase arrest. Res caused the translocation of p53 protein to the nucleus, obviously increased Fe2+ content, ROS level and LDH release, decreased GSH content and GPX4 protein expression, and induced ferroptosis. Down-regulation of p53 partially reversed the inhibitory effects of Res on CAL-27 cell malignant behaviors. Res inhibited SLC7A11 transcription by promoting p53 entry into the nucleus. SLC7A11 overexpression negated the the regulatory effects of p53 knockout on the role of Res in OSCC cell malignant behaviors and ferroptosis. CONCLUSION Res accelerated ferroptosis and inhibited malignant behaviors in OSCC cells by regulating p53/SLC7A11.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Chen Mao
- Department of Stomatology, Loudi Central Hospital of Hunan Province, 51 Changqing Middle Street, Loudi, 417000, Hunan, China.
| | - Liqiang Gong
- Department of Stomatology, Loudi Central Hospital of Hunan Province, 51 Changqing Middle Street, Loudi, 417000, Hunan, China
| | - Wenming Kang
- Department of Stomatology, Loudi Central Hospital of Hunan Province, 51 Changqing Middle Street, Loudi, 417000, Hunan, China
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Liu Y, Bai Q, Pang N, Xue J. TCF12 induces ferroptosis by suppressing OTUB1-mediated SLC7A11 deubiquitination to promote cisplatin sensitivity in oral squamous cell carcinoma. Cell Biol Int 2024. [PMID: 38946134 DOI: 10.1002/cbin.12211] [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: 02/25/2024] [Revised: 05/22/2024] [Accepted: 06/19/2024] [Indexed: 07/02/2024]
Abstract
Chemotherapy resistance is a major obstacle to effective cancer treatment, and promotion of ferroptosis can suppress cisplatin resistance in tumor cells. TCF12 plays a suppressive role in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC), but whether it participates in the regulation of cisplatin resistance by modulating ferroptosis remains unclear. Here, we found that TCF12 expression was decreased in OSCC cells compared with normal oral cells, and it was reduced in cisplatin (DDP)-resistant OSCC cells compared with parental cells. Moreover, overexpression of TCF12 sensitized DDP-resistant cells to DDP by promoting ferroptosis. Intriguingly, silencing TCF12 reversed the promotion effect of the ferroptosis activator RSL3 on ferroptosis and DDP sensitivity, and overexpressing TCF12 antagonized the effect of the ferroptosis inhibitor liproxstatin-1 on ferroptosis and DDP resistance. Mechanically, TCF12 promoted ubiquitination of SLC7A11 and decreased SLC7A11 protein stability through transcriptional repression of OTUB1, thereby facilitating ferroptosis. Consistently, SLC7A11 overexpression neutralized the promotion effect of TCF12 on ferroptosis and DDP sensitivity. Additionally, upregulation of TCF12 hindered the growth of mouse OSCC xenografts and enhanced the DDP sensitivity of xenografts by inducing ferroptosis. In conclusion, TCF12 enhanced DDP sensitivity in OSCC cells by promoting ferroptosis, which was achieved through modulating SLC7A11 expression via transcriptional regulation of OTUB1.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yanchun Liu
- Department of Stomatology, Xianyang Hospital of Yan'an University, Xianyang, China
| | - Qin Bai
- Department of Stomatology, Xianyang Hospital of Yan'an University, Xianyang, China
| | - Nan Pang
- Department of Stomatology, Xianyang Hospital of Yan'an University, Xianyang, China
| | - Jun Xue
- Department of Stomatology, Xianyang Hospital of Yan'an University, Xianyang, China
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Xu L, Li W, Liu D, Cao J, Ge J, Liu X, Wang Y, Teng Y, Liu P, Guo X, He C, Liu M, Tian L. ANXA3-Rich Exosomes Derived from Tumor-Associated Macrophages Regulate Ferroptosis and Lymphatic Metastasis of Laryngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma. Cancer Immunol Res 2024; 12:614-630. [PMID: 38393971 DOI: 10.1158/2326-6066.cir-23-0595] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2023] [Revised: 12/02/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
Abstract
Tumor-associated macrophages (TAM) induce immunosuppression in laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma (LSCC). The interaction between LSCC cells and TAMs affects the progression of laryngeal cancer through exosomes, but the underlying molecular mechanism remains unclear. Proteomics analysis of TAMs isolated from human laryngeal tumor tissues obtained from patients with confirmed lymphatic metastasis revealed an upregulation of annexin A3 (ANXA3). In TAMs, ANXA3 promoted macrophages to polarize to an M2-like phenotype by activating the AKT-GSK3β-β-catenin pathway. In addition, ANXA3-rich exosomes derived from TAMs inhibited ferroptosis in laryngeal cancer cells through an ATF2-CHAC1 axis, and this process was associated with lymphatic metastasis. Mechanistically, ANXA3 in exosomes inhibited the ubiquitination of ATF2, whereas ATF2 acted as a transcription factor to regulate the expression of CHAC1, thus inhibiting ferroptosis in LSCC cells. These data indicate that abnormal ANXA3 expression can drive TAM reprogramming and promote an immunosuppressive microenvironment in LSCC. Meanwhile, ANXA3-rich exosomes inhibit ferroptosis of LSCC cells and promote lymphatic metastasis, thus promoting tumor progression.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Licheng Xu
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
- The Key Laboratory of Myocardial Ischemia, Ministry of Education, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Wenjing Li
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
- The Key Laboratory of Myocardial Ischemia, Ministry of Education, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Danxi Liu
- Department of Pancreatic and Biliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
- The Key Laboratory of Hepatosplenic Surgery Ministry of Education, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Jing Cao
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Jingchun Ge
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Xinyu Liu
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Yue Wang
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Yujian Teng
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Pengyan Liu
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Xinyue Guo
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Chen He
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
- The Key Laboratory of Myocardial Ischemia, Ministry of Education, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Ming Liu
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Linli Tian
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Song Y, Luo X, Yao L, Chen Y, Mao X. Exploring the Role of Ferroptosis-Related Circular RNAs in Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. Mol Biotechnol 2024:10.1007/s12033-024-01140-7. [PMID: 38619799 DOI: 10.1007/s12033-024-01140-7] [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: 01/07/2024] [Accepted: 03/06/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024]
Abstract
Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a devastating cerebrovascular event associated with high mortality and significant morbidity. Recent studies have highlighted the emerging role of ferroptosis, a novel form of regulated cell death, in the pathogenesis of SAH. Circular RNAs (circRNAs), have been found to play essential roles in various cellular processes, including gene regulation and disease pathogenesis. The expression profile of circRNAs in neural tissues, particularly in the brain, suggests their critical role in synaptic function and neurogenesis. Moreover, the interplay between circRNAs and ferroptosis-related pathways, such as iron metabolism and lipid peroxidation, is explored in the context of SAH. Understanding the functional roles of specific circRNAs in the context of SAH may provide potential therapeutic targets to attenuate ferroptosis-associated brain injury. Furthermore, the potential of circRNAs as diagnostic biomarkers for SAH severity, prognosis, and treatment response is discussed. Overall, this review highlights the significance of studying the intricate interplay between circRNAs and ferroptosis in the context of SAH. Unraveling the mechanisms by which circRNAs modulate ferroptotic cell death may pave the way for the development of novel therapeutic strategies and diagnostic approaches for SAH management, ultimately improving patient outcomes and quality of life.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yanju Song
- Department of Neurology, The Third Hospital of Changsha, Changsha, 410015, China
| | - Xin Luo
- Department of Neurology, The Third Hospital of Changsha, Changsha, 410015, China
| | - Liping Yao
- Department of Neurology, The Third Hospital of Changsha, Changsha, 410015, China
| | - Yinchao Chen
- Department of Neurology, The Third Hospital of Changsha, Changsha, 410015, China
| | - Xinfa Mao
- Department of Neurology, The Third Hospital of Changsha, Changsha, 410015, China.
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Siquara da Rocha LDO, de Morais EF, de Oliveira LQR, Barbosa AV, Lambert DW, Gurgel Rocha CA, Coletta RD. Exploring beyond Common Cell Death Pathways in Oral Cancer: A Systematic Review. BIOLOGY 2024; 13:103. [PMID: 38392321 PMCID: PMC10886582 DOI: 10.3390/biology13020103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2023] [Revised: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024]
Abstract
Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is the most common and lethal type of head and neck cancer in the world. Variable response and acquisition of resistance to traditional therapies show that it is essential to develop novel strategies that can provide better outcomes for the patient. Understanding of cellular and molecular mechanisms of cell death control has increased rapidly in recent years. Activation of cell death pathways, such as the emerging forms of non-apoptotic programmed cell death, including ferroptosis, pyroptosis, necroptosis, NETosis, parthanatos, mitoptosis and paraptosis, may represent clinically relevant novel therapeutic opportunities. This systematic review summarizes the recently described forms of cell death in OSCC, highlighting their potential for informing diagnosis, prognosis and treatment. Original studies that explored any of the selected cell deaths in OSCC were included. Electronic search, study selection, data collection and risk of bias assessment tools were realized. The literature search was carried out in four databases, and the extracted data from 79 articles were categorized and grouped by type of cell death. Ferroptosis, pyroptosis, and necroptosis represented the main forms of cell death in the selected studies, with links to cancer immunity and inflammatory responses, progression and prognosis of OSCC. Harnessing the potential of these pathways may be useful in patient-specific prognosis and individualized therapy. We provide perspectives on how these different cell death types can be integrated to develop decision tools for diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of OSCC.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Leonardo de Oliveira Siquara da Rocha
- Department of Pathology and Forensic Medicine, School of Medicine, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40110-100, BA, Brazil
- Gonçalo Moniz Institute, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (IGM-FIOCRUZ/BA), Salvador 40296-710, BA, Brazil
| | - Everton Freitas de Morais
- Graduate Program in Oral Biology and Department of Oral Diagnosis, School of Dentistry, University of Campinas, Piracicaba 13414-018, SP, Brazil
| | - Lilianny Querino Rocha de Oliveira
- Graduate Program in Oral Biology and Department of Oral Diagnosis, School of Dentistry, University of Campinas, Piracicaba 13414-018, SP, Brazil
| | - Andressa Vollono Barbosa
- Gonçalo Moniz Institute, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (IGM-FIOCRUZ/BA), Salvador 40296-710, BA, Brazil
| | - Daniel W Lambert
- School of Clinical Dentistry, The University of Sheffield, Sheffield S10 2TA, UK
| | - Clarissa A Gurgel Rocha
- Department of Pathology and Forensic Medicine, School of Medicine, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40110-100, BA, Brazil
- Gonçalo Moniz Institute, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (IGM-FIOCRUZ/BA), Salvador 40296-710, BA, Brazil
- Department of Propaedeutics, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40110-909, BA, Brazil
- D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Salvador 41253-190, BA, Brazil
| | - Ricardo D Coletta
- Graduate Program in Oral Biology and Department of Oral Diagnosis, School of Dentistry, University of Campinas, Piracicaba 13414-018, SP, Brazil
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Yang J, Gu Z. Ferroptosis in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma: from pathogenesis to treatment. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1283465. [PMID: 38313306 PMCID: PMC10834699 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1283465] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 02/06/2024] Open
Abstract
Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) is the sixth most common malignant tumor worldwide, with high morbidity and mortality. Surgery and postoperative chemoradiotherapy have largely reduced the recurrence and fatality rates for most HNSCCs. Nonetheless, these therapeutic approaches result in poor prognoses owing to severe adverse reactions and the development of drug resistance. Ferroptosis is a kind of programmed cell death which is non-apoptotic. Ferroptosis of tumor cells can inhibit tumor development. Ferroptosis involves various biomolecules and signaling pathways, whose expressions can be adjusted to modulate the sensitivity of cells to ferroptosis. As a tool in the fight against cancer, the activation of ferroptosis is a treatment that has received much attention in recent years. Therefore, understanding the molecular mechanism of ferroptosis in HNSCC is an essential strategy with therapeutic potential. The most important thing to treat HNSCC is to choose the appropriate treatment method. In this review, we discuss the molecular and defense mechanisms of ferroptosis, analyze the role and mechanism of ferroptosis in the inhibition and immunity against HNSCC, and explore the therapeutic strategy for inducing ferroptosis in HNSCC including drug therapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, nanotherapy and comprehensive treatment. We find ferroptosis provides a new target for HNSCC treatment.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jing Yang
- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
| | - Zhaowei Gu
- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Zhang M, Wang Z, Yang G, Han L, Wang X. NFE2L1 restrains ferroptosis by transcriptionally regulating HJURP and participates in the progress of oral squamous cell carcinoma. J Bioenerg Biomembr 2023; 55:467-478. [PMID: 37848756 DOI: 10.1007/s10863-023-09987-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/01/2023] [Indexed: 10/19/2023]
Abstract
Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is a common head and neck malignancy with increasing mortality and high recurrence. In this work, we aim to explore the functional role of NFE2 like bZIP transcription factor 1 (NFE2L1) in OSCC progression. Based on databases analysis, we found that NFE2L1 was overexpressed in OSCC tumor tissues, and elevated NFE2L1 level induced poor prognosis of OSCC patients. Our results showed that NFE2L1 is upregulated in OSCC cells and overexpression of NFE2L1 promotes cell proliferation, and reduces the sensitivity of OSCC cells to erastin-induced ferroptosis. NFE2L1 upregulation decreased the levels of Fe2+, lipid reactive oxygen species and content of malondialdehyde, and increased the level of the key negative regulator of ferroptosis, GPX4 and SLC7A11. In NFE2L1 suppressed cells, these trends were reversed. Further results of dual luciferase reporter and chromatin immunoprecipitation assays confirmed that NFE2L1 could bind to the promoter of Holliday junction recognition protein (HJURP) to increase the transcriptional activity of HJURP, thus upregulating its expression. Inhibition of HJURP attenuated the proliferation and ferroptosis inhibition in NFE2L1 upregulated cells. In vivo tumorigenicity assay further proved that NFE2L1 promotes OSCC tumor growth. In summary, NFE2L1 restrains ferroptosis by transcriptionally regulating HJURP and participates in the progress of OSCC. Thus, NFE2L1 plays a key role in OSCC development and may be a promising therapeutic target for OSCC.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Meixia Zhang
- Department of Stomatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, P. R. China
- Department of Stomatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Baotou Medical College, Baotou, Inner Mongolia, P. R. China
| | - Zhonghou Wang
- Department of Stomatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Baotou Medical College, Baotou, Inner Mongolia, P. R. China
| | - Guang Yang
- Department of Stomatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, P. R. China
- Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, The First Hospital of Qiqihar, Qiqihar, Heilongjiang, P. R. China
| | - Linfu Han
- Department of Stomatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, P. R. China
| | - Xiaofeng Wang
- Department of Stomatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, P. R. China.
| |
Collapse
|
8
|
Zheng X, Zhang C. The Regulation of Ferroptosis by Noncoding RNAs. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:13336. [PMID: 37686142 PMCID: PMC10488123 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241713336] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Revised: 08/22/2023] [Accepted: 08/22/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023] Open
Abstract
As a novel form of regulated cell death, ferroptosis is characterized by intracellular iron and lipid peroxide accumulation, which is different from other regulated cell death forms morphologically, biochemically, and immunologically. Ferroptosis is regulated by iron metabolism, lipid metabolism, and antioxidant defense systems as well as various transcription factors and related signal pathways. Emerging evidence has highlighted that ferroptosis is associated with many physiological and pathological processes, including cancer, neurodegeneration diseases, cardiovascular diseases, and ischemia/reperfusion injury. Noncoding RNAs are a group of functional RNA molecules that are not translated into proteins, which can regulate gene expression in various manners. An increasing number of studies have shown that noncoding RNAs, especially miRNAs, lncRNAs, and circRNAs, can interfere with the progression of ferroptosis by modulating ferroptosis-related genes or proteins directly or indirectly. In this review, we summarize the basic mechanisms and regulations of ferroptosis and focus on the recent studies on the mechanism for different types of ncRNAs to regulate ferroptosis in different physiological and pathological conditions, which will deepen our understanding of ferroptosis regulation by noncoding RNAs and provide new insights into employing noncoding RNAs in ferroptosis-associated therapeutic strategies.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Cen Zhang
- College of Biological Science and Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350108, China;
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Zhang Q, Fan X, Zhang X, Ju S. Ferroptosis in tumors and its relationship to other programmed cell death: role of non-coding RNAs. J Transl Med 2023; 21:514. [PMID: 37516888 PMCID: PMC10387214 DOI: 10.1186/s12967-023-04370-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2023] [Accepted: 07/17/2023] [Indexed: 07/31/2023] Open
Abstract
Programmed cell death (PCD) plays an important role in many aspects of individual development, maintenance of body homeostasis and pathological processes. Ferroptosis is a novel form of PCD characterized by the accumulation of iron-dependent lipid peroxides resulting in lethal cell damage. It contributes to tumor progression in an apoptosis-independent manner. In recent years, an increasing number of non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) have been demonstrated to mediate the biological process of ferroptosis, hence impacting carcinogenesis, progression, drug resistance, and prognosis. However, the clear regulatory mechanism for this phenomenon remains poorly understood. Moreover, ferroptosis does not usually exist independently. Its interaction with PCD, like apoptosis, necroptosis, autophagy, pyroptosis, and cuproptosis, to destroy cells appears to exist. Furthermore, ncRNA seems to be involved. Here, we review the mechanisms by which ferroptosis occurs, dissect its relationship with other forms of death, summarize the key regulatory roles played by ncRNAs, raise relevant questions and predict possible barriers to its application in the clinic, offering new ideas for targeted tumour therapy.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Qi Zhang
- Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong University, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, Jiangsu, China
- Research Center of Clinical Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, Jiangsu, China
| | - Xinfeng Fan
- Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong University, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, Jiangsu, China
- Research Center of Clinical Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, Jiangsu, China
| | - Xinyu Zhang
- Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong University, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, Jiangsu, China.
- Department of Medical School of Nantong University, No.19, Qixiu Road, Nantong, 226001, Jiangsu, China.
| | - Shaoqing Ju
- Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong University, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, Jiangsu, China.
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, No.20, Xisi Road, Nantong, 226001, Jiangsu, China.
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Li F, Li PF, Hao XD. Circular RNAs in ferroptosis: regulation mechanism and potential clinical application in disease. Front Pharmacol 2023; 14:1173040. [PMID: 37332354 PMCID: PMC10272566 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1173040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/25/2023] [Indexed: 06/20/2023] Open
Abstract
Ferroptosis, an iron-dependent non-apoptotic form of cell death, is reportedly involved in the pathogenesis of various diseases, particularly tumors, organ injury, and degenerative pathologies. Several signaling molecules and pathways have been found to be involved in the regulation of ferroptosis, including polyunsaturated fatty acid peroxidation, glutathione/glutathione peroxidase 4, the cysteine/glutamate antiporter system Xc-, ferroptosis suppressor protein 1/ubiquinone, and iron metabolism. An increasing amount of evidence suggests that circular RNAs (circRNAs), which have a stable circular structure, play important regulatory roles in the ferroptosis pathways that contribute to disease progression. Hence, ferroptosis-inhibiting and ferroptosis-stimulating circRNAs have potential as novel diagnostic markers or therapeutic targets for cancers, infarctions, organ injuries, and diabetes complications linked to ferroptosis. In this review, we summarize the roles that circRNAs play in the molecular mechanisms and regulatory networks of ferroptosis and their potential clinical applications in ferroptosis-related diseases. This review furthers our understanding of the roles of ferroptosis-related circRNAs and provides new perspectives on ferroptosis regulation and new directions for the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of ferroptosis-related diseases.
Collapse
|
11
|
Velkova I, Pasino M, Khalid Z, Menichini P, Martorana E, Izzotti A, Pulliero A. Modulation of Ferroptosis by microRNAs in Human Cancer. J Pers Med 2023; 13:jpm13050719. [PMID: 37240889 DOI: 10.3390/jpm13050719] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Revised: 04/21/2023] [Accepted: 04/22/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
Abstract
Ferroptosis is a cell death pathway triggered by an imbalance between the production of oxidants and antioxidants, which plays an emerging role in tumorigenesis. It is mainly regulated at three different levels including iron metabolism, the antioxidant response, and lipid metabolism. Epigenetic dysregulation is a "hallmark" of human cancer, with nearly half of all human cancers harboring mutations in epigenetic regulators such as microRNA. While being the crucial player in controlling gene expression at the mRNA level, microRNAs have recently been shown to modulate cancer growth and development via the ferroptosis pathway. In this scenario, some miRNAs have a function in upregulating, while others play a role in inhibiting ferroptosis activity. The investigation of validated targets using the miRBase, miRTarBase, and miRecords platforms identified 13 genes that appeared enriched for iron metabolism, lipid peroxidation, and antioxidant defense; all are recognized contributors of tumoral suppression or progression phenotypes. This review summarizes and discuss the mechanism by which ferroptosis is initiated through an imbalance in the three pathways, the potential function of microRNAs in the control of this process, and a description of the treatments that have been shown to have an impact on the ferroptosis in cancer along with potential novel effects.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Irena Velkova
- IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, 16132 Genova, Italy
| | - Martina Pasino
- IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, 16132 Genova, Italy
| | - Zumama Khalid
- Department of Health Sciences, University of Genoa, 16132 Genoa, Italy
| | | | | | - Alberto Izzotti
- IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, 16132 Genova, Italy
- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Genoa, 16132 Genoa, Italy
| | | |
Collapse
|
12
|
Cui L, Huang C, Zhou D. Overexpression of circCDR1as drives oral squamous cell carcinoma progression. Oral Dis 2023; 29:957-967. [PMID: 34817912 DOI: 10.1111/odi.14085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2021] [Revised: 10/29/2021] [Accepted: 11/19/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Circular RNAs (circRNAs) mediate the progression of human cancers, including oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). The aim of this study was to investigate the functions of circRNA CDR1 Antisense RNA (circCDR1as) in OSCC. Moreover, the relationships among circCDR1as, microRNA-876-5p (miR-876-5p) and Solute Carrier Family 7 Member 11 (SLC7A11) in OSCC development were explored. METHODS Quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR) was conducted to determine the expression of circCDR1as, miR-876-5p, and SLC7A11. Cell Counting kit-8 assay, cell colony formation assay, and 5-ethynyl-2'-deoxyuridine (EDU) assay were used to assess cell proliferation. Transwell assay was adopted for cell migration and invasion. RESULTS CircCDR1as level was aberrantly elevated in OSCC tissues and cells. Overexpression of circCDR1as promoted autophagy, cell cycle, proliferation, and metastasis and repressed apoptosis in OSCC cells. CircCDR1as directly targeted miR-876-5p and miR-876-5p interacted with SLC7A11. MiR-876-5p overexpression reversed the effects of circCDR1as elevation on OSCC cell autophagy, cell cycle, growth, motility, and apoptosis. Inhibition of miR-876-5p aggravated the malignant behaviors of OSCC cells, while SLC7A11 silencing ameliorated the impacts. In addition, circCDR1as knockdown blocked tumor growth in vivo. CONCLUSION CircCDR1as acted as an oncogene in OSCC progression through elevating SLC7A11 by targeting miR-876-5p.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Lingling Cui
- Department of Stomatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, China
| | - Chao Huang
- Medical Administration Division, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, China
| | - Dun Zhou
- Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment Room, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, China
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Sun K, Yao H, Zhang P, Sun Y, Ma J, Xia Q. Emerging landscape of circFNDC3B and its role in human malignancies. Front Oncol 2023; 13:1097956. [PMID: 36793611 PMCID: PMC9924128 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2023.1097956] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2022] [Accepted: 01/06/2023] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
Abstract
In recent years, more attention has been paid to expanding the abundance of Circular RNAs (circRNAs), while the circRNAs that have been found to have significant functions have not been studied in different diseases. CircFNDC3B is one of the most researched circRNAs generated from fibronectin type III domain-containing protein 3B (FNDC3B) gene. Accumulating researches have reported the multiple functions of circFNDC3B in different cancer types and other non-neoplastic diseases, and predicted that circFNDC3B might be a potential biomarker. Notably, circFNDC3B can play roles in different diseases by binding to various microRNAs (miRNAs), binding to RNA-binding proteins (RBPs), or encoding functional peptides. This paper systematically summarizes the biogenesis and function of circRNAs, reviews and discusses the roles and molecular mechanisms of circFNDC3B and its target genes in different cancers and non-neoplastic diseases, which will do favor to broaden our comprehension of the function of circRNAs and facilitate subsequent research on circFNDC3B.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Kai Sun
- Department of Urology, Shandong Province Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, China
| | - Huibao Yao
- Department of Urology, The Affiliated Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital of Qingdao University, Yantai, Shandong, China
| | - Peizhi Zhang
- Department of Urology, Shandong Province Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, China
| | - Yanning Sun
- Department of Urology, Shandong Province Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, China
| | - Jian Ma
- Department of Urology, The Affiliated Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital of Qingdao University, Yantai, Shandong, China
| | - Qinghua Xia
- Department of Urology, Shandong Province Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, China
| |
Collapse
|
14
|
Yang R, Ma L, Wan J, Li Z, Yang Z, Zhao Z, Ming L. Ferroptosis-associated circular RNAs: Opportunities and challenges in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Front Cell Dev Biol 2023; 11:1160381. [PMID: 37152286 PMCID: PMC10157116 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2023.1160381] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2023] [Accepted: 04/11/2023] [Indexed: 05/09/2023] Open
Abstract
Ferroptosis is an emerging form of non-apoptotic regulated cell death which is different from cell death mechanisms such as autophagy, apoptosis and necrosis. It is characterized by iron-dependent lipid peroxide accumulation. Circular RNA (circRNA) is a newly studied evolutionarily conserved type of non-coding RNA with a covalent closed-loop structure. It exhibits universality, conservatism, stability and particularity. At present, the functions that have been studied and found include microRNA sponge, protein scaffold, transcription regulation, translation and production of peptides, etc. CircRNA can be used as a biomarker of tumors and is a hotspot in RNA biology research. Studies have shown that ferroptosis can participate in tumor regulation through the circRNA molecular pathway and then affect cancer progression, which may become a direction of cancer diagnosis and treatment in the future. This paper reviews the molecular biological mechanism of ferroptosis and the role of circular RNA in tumors and summarizes the circRNA related to ferroptosis in tumors, which may inspire research prospects for the precise prevention and treatment of cancer in the future.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ruotong Yang
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- Key Clinical Laboratory of Henan Province, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Liwei Ma
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- Key Clinical Laboratory of Henan Province, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Junhu Wan
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- Key Clinical Laboratory of Henan Province, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Zhuofang Li
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- Key Clinical Laboratory of Henan Province, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Zhengwu Yang
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- Key Clinical Laboratory of Henan Province, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Zhuochen Zhao
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- Key Clinical Laboratory of Henan Province, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Liang Ming
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- Key Clinical Laboratory of Henan Province, Zhengzhou, China
- *Correspondence: Liang Ming,
| |
Collapse
|
15
|
Mahmoudi-Lamouki R, Kadkhoda S, Hussen BM, Ghafouri-Fard S. Emerging role of miRNAs in the regulation of ferroptosis. Front Mol Biosci 2023; 10:1115996. [PMID: 36876051 PMCID: PMC9975729 DOI: 10.3389/fmolb.2023.1115996] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2022] [Accepted: 02/06/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2023] Open
Abstract
Ferroptosis is a kind of cell death which has distinctive features differentiating it from autophagy, necrosis and apoptosis. This iron-dependent form of cell death is described by an increase in lipid reactive oxygen species, shrinkage of mitochondria and decrease in mitochondrial cristae. Ferroptosis is involved in the initiation and progression of many diseases and is regarded as a hotspot of investigations on treatment of disorders. Recent studies have shown that microRNAs partake in the regulation of ferroptosis. The impact of microRNAs on this process has been verified in different cancers as well as intervertebral disc degeneration, acute myocardial infarction, vascular disease, intracerebral hemorrhage, preeclampsia, hemorrhagic stroke, atrial fibrillation, pulmonary fibrosis and atherosclerosis. miR-675, miR-93, miR-27a, miR-34a and miR-141 have been shown to affect iron metabolism, antioxidant metabolism and lipid metabolism, thus influencing all pivotal mechanisms in the ferroptosis process. In the current review, we summarize the role of microRNAs in ferroptosis and their involvement in the pathetiology of malignant and non-malignant disorders.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Sepideh Kadkhoda
- Department of Medical Genetics, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Bashdar Mahmud Hussen
- Department of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Hawler Medical University, Erbil, Iraq
| | - Soudeh Ghafouri-Fard
- Department of Medical Genetics, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| |
Collapse
|
16
|
Meng Y, Cao J, Li Y, Duan S, Zhou Z, Li J, Ousmane D, Ou C, Wang J. Emerging role of ferroptosis-related circular RNA in tumor metastasis. Front Pharmacol 2023; 14:1168458. [PMID: 37168995 PMCID: PMC10164976 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1168458] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2023] [Accepted: 04/14/2023] [Indexed: 05/13/2023] Open
Abstract
Tumor metastasis is an important factor that contributes to the poor prognosis of patients with tumors. Therefore, to solve this problem, research on the mechanism of metastasis is essential. Ferroptosis, a new mode of cell death, is characterized by membrane damage due to lipid peroxidation caused by iron overload. Many studies have shown that excessive ferroptosis can affect tumor metastasis and thus inhibit tumor progression. Recently, circular RNA (circRNA), a type of non-coding RNA, has been shown to be associated with the progression of ferroptosis, thus influencing tumor development. However, the specific mechanisms by which circRNAs affect the progression of ferroptosis and their roles in tumor metastasis are not known. In this review, we systematically discuss the role of circRNAs in regulating tumor ferroptosis and their mechanism of action through sponging miRNAS in various tumors, thereby impacting metastasis. This review helps elucidate the relationship and role of ferroptosis-related circRNAs in tumor metastasis and may provide future researchers with new ideas and directions for targeted therapies.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yifei Meng
- Department of Pathology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medicine, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Pathology, Ultrapathology (Biomedical Electron Microscopy) Center, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha City, China
- Key Laboratory of Hunan Province in Neurodegenerative Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
| | - Jingdong Cao
- Department of Pathology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medicine, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Pathology, Ultrapathology (Biomedical Electron Microscopy) Center, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha City, China
- Key Laboratory of Hunan Province in Neurodegenerative Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
| | - Yidan Li
- Department of Pathology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medicine, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Pathology, Ultrapathology (Biomedical Electron Microscopy) Center, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha City, China
- Key Laboratory of Hunan Province in Neurodegenerative Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
| | - Saili Duan
- Department of Pathology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medicine, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Pathology, Ultrapathology (Biomedical Electron Microscopy) Center, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha City, China
- Key Laboratory of Hunan Province in Neurodegenerative Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
| | - Zongjiang Zhou
- Department of Pathology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medicine, Central South University, Changsha, China
| | - Jinghe Li
- Department of Pathology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medicine, Central South University, Changsha, China
| | - Diabate Ousmane
- Department of Pathology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medicine, Central South University, Changsha, China
| | - Chunlin Ou
- Department of Pathology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- *Correspondence: Junpu Wang, ; Chunlin Ou,
| | - Junpu Wang
- Department of Pathology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medicine, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Pathology, Ultrapathology (Biomedical Electron Microscopy) Center, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha City, China
- Key Laboratory of Hunan Province in Neurodegenerative Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- *Correspondence: Junpu Wang, ; Chunlin Ou,
| |
Collapse
|
17
|
Farooqi AA, Kapanova G, Kalmakhanov S, Kussainov AZ, Datkhayeva Z. Regulation of Ferroptosis by Non-Coding RNAs: Mechanistic Insights. J Pharmacol Exp Ther 2023; 384:20-27. [PMID: 36507844 DOI: 10.1124/jpet.121.001225] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2021] [Revised: 04/28/2022] [Accepted: 05/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
Abstract
The discovery of ferroptosis has paradigmatically shifted our about different types of cell death. The wealth of information gathered over decades of pioneering research has empowered researchers to develop a better comprehension of the versatile regulators of ferroptosis. In this comprehensive review, we have attempted to put a spotlight on the indispensable involvement of non-coding RNAs in the regulation of ferroptosis. We have analyzed the functional role of microRNAs, long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs), and circular RNAs in the regulation of ferroptosis and how inhibition of ferroptosis promotes carcinogenesis and metastasis. SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENT: The manuscript provides a systematic mechanistic and conceptual comprehension of the recently emerging dynamics of non-coding RNAs and ferroptosis. We also analyze how this interplay shapes the complex process of carcinogenesis and metastasis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ammad Ahmad Farooqi
- Institute of Biomedical and Genetic Engineering (IBGE), Islamabad, Pakistan (A.A.F.); Head of Department of Health Policy and Organization, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan (G.K.); Al Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan (S.K.); and Department of Pediatric Surgery (A.Z.K.) and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Z.D.), Kazakh National Medical University
| | - Gulnara Kapanova
- Institute of Biomedical and Genetic Engineering (IBGE), Islamabad, Pakistan (A.A.F.); Head of Department of Health Policy and Organization, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan (G.K.); Al Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan (S.K.); and Department of Pediatric Surgery (A.Z.K.) and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Z.D.), Kazakh National Medical University
| | - Sundetgali Kalmakhanov
- Institute of Biomedical and Genetic Engineering (IBGE), Islamabad, Pakistan (A.A.F.); Head of Department of Health Policy and Organization, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan (G.K.); Al Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan (S.K.); and Department of Pediatric Surgery (A.Z.K.) and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Z.D.), Kazakh National Medical University
| | - Abay Z Kussainov
- Institute of Biomedical and Genetic Engineering (IBGE), Islamabad, Pakistan (A.A.F.); Head of Department of Health Policy and Organization, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan (G.K.); Al Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan (S.K.); and Department of Pediatric Surgery (A.Z.K.) and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Z.D.), Kazakh National Medical University
| | - Zaure Datkhayeva
- Institute of Biomedical and Genetic Engineering (IBGE), Islamabad, Pakistan (A.A.F.); Head of Department of Health Policy and Organization, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan (G.K.); Al Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan (S.K.); and Department of Pediatric Surgery (A.Z.K.) and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Z.D.), Kazakh National Medical University
| |
Collapse
|
18
|
Qiu L, Tao A, Liu F, Ge X, Li C. Potential prognostic value of a eight ferroptosis-related lncRNAs model and the correlative immune activity in oral squamous cell carcinoma. BMC Genom Data 2022; 23:80. [PMID: 36384476 PMCID: PMC9667687 DOI: 10.1186/s12863-022-01097-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2022] [Accepted: 11/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
Abstract
Background To investigate the prognostic value of ferroptosis-related long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) and to construct a prognostic risk and immune activity model. Methods We obtained clinical and RNA-seq information on OSCC patient data in The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) Genome Data Sharing (GDC) portal. Through a combination of a differential analysis, Pearson correlation analysis and Cox regression analysis, ferroptosis-related lncRNAs were identified, and a prognostic model was established based on these ferroptosis-related lncRNAs. The accuracy of the model was evaluated via analyses based on survival curves, receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves, and clinical decision curve analysis (DCA). Univariate Cox and multivariate Cox regression analyses were performed to evaluate independent prognostic factors. Then, the infiltration and functional enrichment of immune cells in high- and low-risk groups were compared. Finally, certain small-molecule drugs that potentially target OSCC were predicted via use of the L1000FWD database. Results The prognostic model included 8 ferroptosis-related lncRNAs (FIRRE, LINC01305, AC099850.3, AL512274.1, AC090246.1, MIAT, AC079921.2 and LINC00524). The area under the ROC curve (AUC) was 0.726. The DCA revealed that the risk score based on the prognostic model was a better prognostic indicator than other clinical indicators. The multivariate Cox regression analysis showed that the risk score was an independent prognostic factor for OSCC. There were differences in immune cell infiltration, immune functions, m6A-related gene expression levels, and signal pathway enrichment between the high- and low-risk groups. Subsequently, several small-molecule drugs were predicted for use against differentially expressed ferroptosis-related genes in OSCC. Conclusions We constructed a new prognostic model of OSCC based on ferroptosis-related lncRNAs. The model is valuable for prognostic prediction and immune evaluation, laying a foundation for the study of ferroptosis-related lncRNAs in OSCC. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12863-022-01097-z.
Collapse
|
19
|
Yao X, Zhang Q. Function and Clinical Significance of Circular RNAs in Thyroid Cancer. Front Mol Biosci 2022; 9:925389. [PMID: 35936780 PMCID: PMC9353217 DOI: 10.3389/fmolb.2022.925389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2022] [Accepted: 06/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
Abstract
Thyroid cancer (TC) is the leading cause and mortality of endocrine malignancies worldwide. Tumourigenesis involves multiple molecules including circular RNAs (circRNAs). circRNAs with covalently closed single-stranded structures have been identified as a type of regulatory RNA because of their high stability, abundance, and tissue/developmental stage-specific expression. Accumulating evidence has demonstrated that various circRNAs are aberrantly expressed in thyroid tissues, cells, exosomes, and body fluids in patients with TC. CircRNAs have been identified as either oncogenic or tumour suppressor roles in regulating tumourigenesis, tumour metabolism, metastasis, ferroptosis, and chemoradiation resistance in TC. Importantly, circRNAs exert pivotal effects on TC through various mechanisms, including acting as miRNA sponges or decoys, interacting with RNA-binding proteins, and translating functional peptides. Recent studies have suggested that many different circRNAs are associated with certain clinicopathological features, implying that the altered expression of circRNAs may be characteristic of TC. The purpose of this review is to provide an overview of recent advances on the dysregulation, functions, molecular mechanisms and potential clinical applications of circRNAs in TC. This review also aimes to improve our understanding of the functions of circRNAs in the initiation and progression of cancer, and to discuss the future perspectives on strategies targeting circRNAs in TC.
Collapse
|
20
|
Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Derived Extracellular Vesicles Carrying circ_0050205 Attenuate Intervertebral Disc Degeneration. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2022; 2022:8983667. [PMID: 35847582 PMCID: PMC9277161 DOI: 10.1155/2022/8983667] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2021] [Revised: 04/13/2022] [Accepted: 05/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
Objective It has been reported that bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) are a potential source of autologous stem cells to support the nucleus pulposus (NP) regeneration in intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD). Herein, we aim to study the mechanism underlying the effects of BMSC-derived extracellular vesicles (BMSC-EVs) on nucleus pulposus cells (NPCs) in IDD. Methods EVs were isolated from BMSCs. An IDD model was surgically established in C57BL/6J mice. NPCs were exposed to tBHP to establish an IDD cell model. RNA sequencing was performed to identify differentially expressed circRNAs in NP tissues harvested from mice with IDD. Interactions among circ_0050205, miR-665, and GPX4 were validated, and different interventions were used to study the roles of these molecules in NPC biological functions. Results BMSC-EVs promoted NPC survival and inhibited NPC apoptosis and extracellular matrix (ECM) degradation. circ_0050205 expression was downregulated in the NP tissues of IDD mice, and BMSC-EVs facilitated NPC survival and suppressed ECM degradation in NPCs by transferring circ_0050205. circ_0050205 sponged miR-665 and upregulated GPX4 expression. BMSC-EVs expressing circ_0050205 promoted NPC survival-inhibited ECM degradation in NPCs and alleviated IDD in mice via the miR-665/GPX4 axis. Conclusion In conclusion, BMSC-EVs promoted NPC survival-inhibited ECM degradation in NPCs and attenuated IDD progression via the circ_0050205/miR-665/GPX4 axis.
Collapse
|
21
|
Hsieh PL, Chao SC, Chu PM, Yu CC. Regulation of Ferroptosis by Non-Coding RNAs in Head and Neck Cancers. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:3142. [PMID: 35328568 PMCID: PMC8950679 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23063142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2022] [Revised: 03/09/2022] [Accepted: 03/12/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
Ferroptosis is a newly identified mode of programmed cell death characterized by iron-associated accumulation of lipid peroxides. Emerging research on ferroptosis has suggested its implication in tumorigenesis and stemness of cancer. On the other hand, non-coding RNAs have been shown to play a pivotal role in the modulation of various genes that affect the progression of cancer cells and ferroptosis. In this review, we summarize recent advances in the theoretical modeling of ferroptosis and its relationship between non-coding RNAs and head and neck cancers. Aside from the significance of ferroptosis-related non-coding RNAs in prognostic relevance, we also review how these non-coding RNAs participate in the regulation of iron, lipid metabolism, and reactive oxygen species accumulation. We aim to provide a thorough grounding in the function of ferroptosis-related non-coding RNAs based on current knowledge in an effort to develop effective therapeutic strategies for head and neck cancers.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Pei-Ling Hsieh
- Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung 404333, Taiwan; (P.-L.H.); (P.-M.C.)
| | - Shih-Chi Chao
- Institute of Oral Sciences, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung 40201, Taiwan;
- Department of Medical Research and Education, Lo-Hsu Medical Foundation, Lotung Poh-Ai Hospital, Yilan 265, Taiwan
| | - Pei-Ming Chu
- Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung 404333, Taiwan; (P.-L.H.); (P.-M.C.)
| | - Cheng-Chia Yu
- Institute of Oral Sciences, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung 40201, Taiwan;
- School of Dentistry, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung 40201, Taiwan
- Department of Dentistry, Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, Taichung 40201, Taiwan
| |
Collapse
|
22
|
Cao W, Shen Q, Lim MY. Editorial: "Non-Coding RNAs in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma". Front Oncol 2021; 11:785001. [PMID: 35004307 PMCID: PMC8732768 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2021.785001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2021] [Accepted: 12/09/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Wei Cao
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial, Head and Neck Oncology, Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai Research Institute of Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
- *Correspondence: Wei Cao,
| | - Qiang Shen
- Department of Genetics, Stanley S. Scott Cancer Center, School of Medicine, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA, United States
| | - Ming Yann Lim
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
| |
Collapse
|