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ReviewCurrent medicinal chemistry2026

Regulatory Relationships between DNA Methylation and Long Noncoding RNAs in Neuroblastoma.

Yuan Fang, Fei Xu, Rui Dong, Lian Chen, Yizhen Wang

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Yuan FangDepartment of Pathology, Anhui Provincial Children's Hospital, Hefei, 230051, China.
Fei XuDepartment of Pathology, Anhui Provincial Children's Hospital, Hefei, 230051, China.
Rui DongDepartment of Oncological Surgery, Children's Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, 201102, China.
Lian ChenDepartment of Pathology, Children's Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, 201102, China.
Yizhen WangDepartment of Pathology, Anhui Provincial Children's Hospital, Hefei, 230051, China.

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Abstract

objectivesNeuroblastoma (NB) is a prevalent pediatric solid malignancy associated with significant morbidity and mortality, largely driven by epigenetic alterations. This review aims to identify novel biomarkers related to long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) and DNA methylation in NB to enhance prognostic capabilities.

methodsWe conducted a detailed analysis of the interplay between lncRNAs and DNA methylation in NB, focusing on regulatory variations and their implications for disease progression. Key lncRNAs, including GTL2/MEG3, DALI, NBAT-1, and DLX6-AS1, were examined for their regulation by DNA methylation through cis- and trans-methylation mechanisms.

resultsThere are clinical and biological implications of lncRNAs in NB and related cancers. Notably, GTL2 and its alias MEG3 are implicated in tumorigenesis through epigenetic modifications, such as hypermethylation, leading to the loss of gene expression and aggressive tumor behavior. Similarly, the interactions of DALI with adjacent genes illustrate the crucial role lncRNAs play in neuronal differentiation and tumor progression, suggesting their potential to impact prognosis through regulatory effects. Furthermore, NBAT-1 emerges as a promising tumor suppressor with strong correlations to NB prognosis, where its methylation-induced silencing is associated with negative outcomes. DLX6-AS1 is also linked to increased NB risk, with expression patterns correlating to disease stage and survival rates; however, more extensive survival data are required to establish its prognostic value.

conclusionThis review highlights the potential of lncRNAs as prognostic indicators in NB, emphasizing the need for further research to elucidate their roles and validate them as biomarkers for improved patient outcomes.

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DNA MethylationNeuroblastomaRNA, Long NoncodingBiomarkers, TumorEpigenesis, GeneticGene Expression Regulation, NeoplasticHumansBiomarkers, TumorRNA, Long NoncodingDNA methyltransferaselong non-codingNeuroblastomaprognosisprognostic indicatorsRNA

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