Research Progress on the Role of M6A Methylation Modification in the Genesis and Development of GC

  • Wenjun Jiang College of Medical Technology, Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine
  • Ya Li College of Medical Technology, Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine/Clinical laboratory center, Xi’an People’s Hospital (Xi’an Fourth Hospital)
Keywords: GC; m6A;ALKBH5; Epigenetics

Abstract

Modifcation of M6ARNAmethylation is the most prevalent form of RNAediting in eukaryotic organisms. The m6A-methylated regulatory protein is intimately associated with biological processes, including GC proliferation, invasion, and metastasis. This protein is anticipated to serve as a target for the clinical treatment of GC in the future. This comprehensive review delineates the most recent advance-ments and clinical implications of m6Aaberrant modifcation in GC, aiming to furnish a novel research avenue for the exploration of GC’s future direction.

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Published
2023-12-27
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Review Article