Methylated circulating tumor DNA in hepatocellular carcinoma: A comprehensive analysis of biomarker potential and clinical implications
Cancer Treatment Reviews(2024)
摘要
The intricate epigenetic landscape of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is profoundly influenced by alterations in DNA methylation patterns. Understanding these alterations is crucial for unraveling the molecular mechanisms underlying HCC pathogenesis. Methylated circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) presents itself as an encouraging avenue for biomarker discovery and holds substantial clinical implications in HCC management. This review comprehensively outlines the studies concerning DNA methylation in HCC and underscores the significance of methylated ctDNA within this context. Moreover, a variety of cfDNA methylation-based methodologies, such as 5hmC profiling, bisulfite-based, restriction enzyme-dependent, and enrichment-based methods, provide in-depth insights into the molecular pathology of HCC. Additionally, the integration of methylated ctDNA analysis into clinical practice represents a significant advancement in personalized HCC management. By facilitating cancer screening, prognosis assessment, and treatment response prediction, the utilization of methylated ctDNA signifies a pivotal stride toward enhancing patient care and outcomes in HCC.
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Hepatocellular carcinoma,Methylated ctDNA,Screening,Diagnosis,Prognosis
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