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ArticleBMC cancer2023

Characterization of genomic instability-related genes predicts survival and therapeutic response in lung adenocarcinoma.

Shuyang Li, Wei Wang, Huihan Yu, Siyu Zhang, Wenxu Bi, Suling Sun, Bo Hong, Zhiyou Fang, Xueran Chen

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Shuyang Li *School of Basic Medicine, Anhui Medical University, No. 81, Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, Anhui, China.
Wei Wang *School of Basic Medicine, Anhui Medical University, No. 81, Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, Anhui, China.
Huihan YuSchool of Basic Medicine, Anhui Medical University, No. 81, Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, Anhui, China.
Siyu ZhangHefei Cancer Hospital of CAS, Institute of Health and Medical Technology, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), No. 350, Shushan Hu Road, Hefei, 230031, Anhui, China.
Wenxu BiHefei Cancer Hospital of CAS, Institute of Health and Medical Technology, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), No. 350, Shushan Hu Road, Hefei, 230031, Anhui, China.
Suling SunHefei Cancer Hospital of CAS, Institute of Health and Medical Technology, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), No. 350, Shushan Hu Road, Hefei, 230031, Anhui, China.
Bo HongHefei Cancer Hospital of CAS, Institute of Health and Medical Technology, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), No. 350, Shushan Hu Road, Hefei, 230031, Anhui, China.
Zhiyou FangSchool of Basic Medicine, Anhui Medical University, No. 81, Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, Anhui, China. z.fang@cmpt.ac.cn.
Xueran ChenSchool of Basic Medicine, Anhui Medical University, No. 81, Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, Anhui, China. xueranchen@cmpt.ac.cn.
Chinese Academy of Sciences · CNHefei Institutes of Physical Science · CN

Funding

CASHIPS Director's Fund YZJJ2023QN50, and YZJJ2022QN49Innovative Program of Development Foundation of Hefei Centre for Physical Science and Technology 2021HSC-CIP011National Natural Science Foundation of China 82172663, 82104208, 81872066, 81773131, and 81972635
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Abstract

backgroundLung adenocarcinoma (LUAD) is the most common subtype of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and is the leading cause of cancer death worldwide. Its progression is characterized by genomic instability. In turn, the level of genomic instability affects the prognosis and immune status of patients with LUAD. However, the impact of molecular features associated with genomic instability on the tumor microenvironment (TME) has not been well characterized. In addition, the effect of the genes related to genomic instability in LUAD on individualized treatment of LUAD is unknown.

methodsThe RNA-Sequencing, somatic mutation, and clinical data of LUAD patients were downloaded from publicly available databases. A genetic signature associated with genomic instability (GSAGI) was constructed by univariate Cox regression, Lasso regression, and multivariate Cox regression analysis. Bioinformatics analysis investigated the differences in prognosis, immune characteristics, and the most appropriate treatment strategy among different subtypes of LUAD patients. CCK-8 and colony formation verified the various effects of Etoposide on different subtypes of LUAD cell lines. Cell-to-cell communication analysis was performed using the "CellChat" R package. The expression of the risk factors in the GSAGI was verified using real-time quantitative PCR (qRT-PCR) and Immunohistochemistry (IHC).

resultsWe constructed and validated the GSAGI, consisting of five genes: ANLN, RHOV, KRT6A, SIGLEC6, and KLRG2. The GSAGI was an independent prognostic factor for LUAD patients. Patients in the high-risk group distinguished by the GSAGI are more suitable for chemotherapy. More immune cells are infiltrating the tumor microenvironment of patients in the low-risk group, especially B cells. Low-risk group patients are more suitable for receiving immunotherapy. The single-cell level analysis confirmed the influence of the GSAGI on TME and revealed the Mode of action between tumor cells and other types of cells. qRT-PCR and IHC showed increased ANLN, RHOV, and KRT6A expression in the LUAD cells and tumor tissues.

conclusionThis study confirms that genes related to genomic instability can affect the prognosis and immune status of LUAD patients. The GSAGI we identified has the potential to guide clinicians in predicting clinical outcomes, assessing immunological status, and even developing personalized treatment plans for LUAD patients.

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Adenocarcinoma of LungCarcinoma, Non-Small-Cell LungLung NeoplasmsB-LymphocytesGenomic InstabilityHumansPrognosisTumor MicroenvironmentChemotherapyGenetic signature associated with genomic instabilityImmune characteristicLung adenocarcinomaTumor immune microenvironment

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