Article ; Online: Therapeutic targeting of DNA methylation alterations in cancer.
2024 Volume 258, Page(s) 108640
Abstract: DNA methylation is a critical component of gene regulation and plays an important role in the development of cancer. Hypermethylation of tumor suppressor genes and silencing of DNA repair pathways facilitate uncontrolled cell growth and synergize with ... ...
Abstract | DNA methylation is a critical component of gene regulation and plays an important role in the development of cancer. Hypermethylation of tumor suppressor genes and silencing of DNA repair pathways facilitate uncontrolled cell growth and synergize with oncogenic mutations to perpetuate cancer phenotypes. Additionally, aberrant DNA methylation hinders immune responses crucial for antitumor immunity. Thus, inhibiting dysregulated DNA methylation is a promising cancer therapy. Pharmacologic inhibition of DNA methylation reactivates silenced tumor suppressors and bolster immune responses through induction of viral mimicry. Now, with the advent of immunotherapies and discovery of the immune-modulatory effects of DNA methylation inhibitors, there is great interest in understanding how targeting DNA methylation in combination with other therapies can enhance antitumor immunity. Here, we describe the role of aberrant DNA methylation in cancer and mechanisms by which it promotes tumorigenesis and modulates immune responses. Finally, we review the initial discoveries and ongoing efforts to target DNA methylation as a cancer therapeutic. |
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MeSH term(s) | Humans ; DNA Methylation/drug effects ; Neoplasms/genetics ; Neoplasms/drug therapy ; Animals ; Antineoplastic Agents/therapeutic use ; Antineoplastic Agents/pharmacology ; Molecular Targeted Therapy ; Immunotherapy/methods |
Chemical Substances | Antineoplastic Agents |
Language | English |
Publishing date | 2024-04-01 |
Publishing country | England |
Document type | Journal Article ; Review |
ZDB-ID | 194735-7 |
ISSN | 1879-016X ; 0163-7258 |
ISSN (online) | 1879-016X |
ISSN | 0163-7258 |
DOI | 10.1016/j.pharmthera.2024.108640 |
Database | MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE |
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