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ArticleGenes & genomics2025

Triptonide suppresses the FOXK1/AKT2 axis to reverse malignant phenotype and improve cisplatin efficacy in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.

Xiaoxu Li, Liying Chen, Zhaoyang Yan, Tongxin Xu, Yan Zhao

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Xiaoxu LiDepartment of Radiation Oncology, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China. xiaoxulihb@163.com.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0000-7914-2762
Liying ChenDepartment of Physiology, Hebei University of Chinese Medicine, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China.
Zhaoyang YanDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, China.
Tongxin XuDepartment of CT&MRI, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, China.
Yan ZhaoDepartment of Oncology, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China.

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Hebei Provincial Key Research Projects 20230797
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Abstract

backgroundCisplatin resistance significantly limits the effectiveness of chemotherapy in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC). Understanding the molecular mechanisms driving resistance is essential for improving treatment outcomes.

objectiveThis study aimed to investigate the role of the FOXK1/AKT2 axis in cisplatin resistance in ESCC cells and to evaluate the potential of triptonide in reversing this resistance.

methodsCisplatin sensitivity was assessed in ESCC cell lines with altered FOXK1 expression. A cisplatin-resistant TE1 cell line (TE1-R) was established by prolonged low-dose cisplatin exposure. Luciferase reporter assays were conducted to determine whether FOXK1 activates AKT2 transcription. Cell viability, colony formation, apoptosis assays, and expression analysis of apoptosis-related genes were performed to examine the effects of FOXK1, AKT2, and triptonide.

resultsFOXK1 overexpression reduced cisplatin sensitivity in ESCC cells, while FOXK1 knockdown restored sensitivity in TE1-R cells. FOXK1 directly enhanced AKT2 transcription by binding to its promoter region. The FOXK1/AKT2 axis promoted cell proliferation and suppressed cisplatin-induced apoptosis. Triptonide treatment downregulated FOXK1 and AKT2 expression, inhibited proliferation, induced apoptosis, and sensitized ESCC cells to cisplatin in a synergistic manner.

conclusionsThe FOXK1/AKT2 signaling axis contributes to cisplatin resistance in ESCC. Triptonide reverses resistance by inhibiting this axis, offering a promising strategy to enhance cisplatin efficacy in ESCC therapy.

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CisplatinEsophageal NeoplasmsEsophageal Squamous Cell CarcinomaForkhead Transcription FactorsProto-Oncogene Proteins c-aktTriterpenesAnimalsAntineoplastic AgentsApoptosisCell Line, TumorCell ProliferationDrug Resistance, NeoplasmGene Expression Regulation, NeoplasticHumansSignal TransductionAKT2 protein, humanAntineoplastic AgentsCisplatinForkhead Transcription FactorsFOXK1 protein, humanProto-Oncogene Proteins c-akttriptonideTriterpenesAKT2ApoptosisCisplatin resistanceEsophageal squamous cell carcinomaFOXK1Triptonide

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