IDH Mutation, Glioma Immunogenicity, and Therapeutic Challenge of Primary Mismatch Repair Deficient IDH-Mutant Astrocytoma (PMMRDIA): A Systematic Review

Immunogenicity and Therapeutic Challenges of IDH-Mutant Gliomas Background Glioma is a common central nervous system tumor, and its treatment and prognosis vary significantly depending on molecular characteristics. In recent years, the diagnostic and prognostic significance of isocitrate dehydrogenase (IDH) mutations in gliomas has been increasingl...

The Alcatraz-Strategy: A Roadmap to Break the Connectivity Barrier in Malignant Brain Tumours

Cellular Network Connectivity and Therapeutic Strategies in Malignant Brain Tumors Academic Background Malignant brain tumors, particularly glioblastoma, are among the most aggressive and lethal tumors in the central nervous system. Despite significant advancements in tumor biology and treatment methods in recent years, the median survival for glio...

Unravelling the Mosaic: Epigenetic Diversity in Glioblastoma

Epigenetic Diversity in Glioblastoma Academic Background Glioblastoma is the most common primary malignant brain tumor. Despite decades of research, its prognosis remains extremely poor, with an average survival of only 14 months after diagnosis. The significant heterogeneity of glioblastoma is one of the main reasons for the slow progress in its t...

Targeting SRSF10 Might Inhibit M2 Macrophage Polarization and Potentiate Anti-PD-1 Therapy in Hepatocellular Carcinoma

The Role of SRSF10 in Immunotherapy for Hepatocellular Carcinoma Academic Background Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) ranks sixth in global cancer incidence and third in mortality. Although surgical resection is the primary treatment for HCC, the high postoperative recurrence rate significantly impacts patient prognosis. In recent years, immunotherap...

Tryptophan 2,3-Dioxygenase-Positive Matrix Fibroblasts Fuel Breast Cancer Lung Metastasis via Kynurenine-Mediated Ferroptosis Resistance of Metastatic Cells and T Cell Dysfunction

Mechanism of Stromal Fibroblasts in Breast Cancer Lung Metastasis Background Introduction Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women worldwide, and metastasis is the leading cause of death in breast cancer patients. The lung is one of the most common sites of breast cancer metastasis, yet the mechanisms underlying this process rema...

Local TSH/TSHR Signaling Promotes CD8+ T Cell Exhaustion and Immune Evasion in Colorectal Carcinoma

TSH/TSHR Signaling Promotes CD8+ T Cell Exhaustion and Immune Evasion in Colorectal Cancer Background Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most common malignancies worldwide with high morbidity and mortality rates. Although immune checkpoint blockade (ICB) therapy has shown significant efficacy in some patients, the majority of CRC patients, parti...

Microglia and Macrophages in Glioblastoma: Landscapes and Treatment Directions

Microglia and Macrophages in Glioblastoma Academic Background Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most common primary malignant tumor of the central nervous system, characterized by high invasiveness and lethality. Despite standard treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy, the survival rate of patients remains extremely limited, with a medi...

From Bedside to Bench: New Insights in Epilepsy-Associated Tumors Based on Recent Classification Updates and Animal Models on Brain Tumor Networks

Latest Research on Epilepsy-Associated Tumors: Classification and Animal Models Background Epilepsy is a common neurological disorder, and some patients are accompanied by brain tumors, particularly low-grade neuroepithelial tumors (LGNTs). These tumors typically grow slowly but are highly associated with drug-resistant epilepsy. Although research ...

The Multifaceted Therapeutical Role of Low-Density Lipoprotein Receptor Family in High-Grade Glioma

The Multifaceted Therapeutic Role of the Low-Density Lipoprotein Receptor Family in High-Grade Glioma Academic Background High-grade gliomas (HGG) are the most aggressive and prevalent primary brain tumors in the central nervous system (CNS), accounting for approximately 80% of all malignant brain tumors. Among them, glioblastoma (GBM) is the most ...

Breaking Boundaries: Role of the Brain Barriers in Metastatic Process

The Role of Brain Barriers in Brain Metastasis Background Introduction Brain metastases (BMs) are the most common intracranial tumors in adults, occurring 3 to 10 times more frequently than primary brain tumors. Despite multimodal treatments including surgical resection, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy, the prognosis for brain metastases remains poo...