{"title":"EIF4A3-Induced hsa_circ_0118578 Expression Enhances the Tumorigenesis of Papillary Thyroid Cancer.","authors":"Chan Li, Ping Xie, Meng Luo, Kun Lv, Zewei Cong","doi":"10.1089/cbr.2024.0133","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/cbr.2024.0133","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> Circular RNA (circRNA) plays a regulatory role in the malignancy of papillary thyroid cancer (PTC). However, the role of a novel circRNA, hsa_circ_0118578, in PTC is not yet fully understood. This report focuses on unveiling hsa_circ_0118578's effect on PTC cell malignancy and reveals its mechanism in PTC progression. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> Levels of hsa_circ_0118578 in PTC were assessed by quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR). The functional roles of hsa_circ_0118578 in PTC cell malignancy were evaluated through Transwell, 5-ethynyl-2<b>'</b>-deoxyuridine (EdU), and wound healing assays. A xenograft model in nude mice was used to examine the effects of hsa_circ_0118578's <i>in vivo</i>. The interaction between eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4A3 (EIF4A3) and hsa_circ_0118578 was confirmed using RNA-binding protein immunoprecipitation, qRT-PCR, and western blotting. <b><i>Results:</i></b> The hsa_circ_0118578 with high expression in PTC tissues was associated with higher tumor node metastasis stage, lymph node metastasis, as well as poor differentiation. Cell functional assays demonstrated that silencing hsa_circ_0118578 inhibited PTC cell proliferation, invasion, and migration. In the xenograft assay, tumorigenicity of PTC cells <i>in vivo</i> was reduced following hsa_circ_0118578 suppression. Additionally, EIF4A3, as an RNA-binding protein, was shown to interact with hsa_circ_0118578 to stabilize its expression in PTC cells. <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> Upregulated hsa_circ_0118578 in PTC interacts with EIF4A3 to exert oncogenic effects by enhancing hsa_circ_0118578 stability, contributing to PTC development. These findings shed light on the oncogenic role of hsa_circ_0118578 in PTC and suggest it as a potential therapeutic target.</p>","PeriodicalId":55277,"journal":{"name":"Cancer Biotherapy and Radiopharmaceuticals","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142848466","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Human Biodistribution and Radiation Dosimetry of the Targeting Fibroblast Growth Factor Receptor 1-Positive Tumors Tracer [<sup>68</sup>Ga]Ga-DOTA-FGFR1-Peptide.","authors":"Huiqing Yuan, Xiaoshan Chen, Mengmeng Zhao, Xinming Zhao, Xiaolin Chen, Jingya Han, Zhaoqi Zhang, Jingmian Zhang, Jianfang Wang, Meng Dai, Yunuan Liu","doi":"10.1089/cbr.2024.0073","DOIUrl":"10.1089/cbr.2024.0073","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Objective:</i></b> [<sup>68</sup>Ga]Ga-DOTA-FGFR1-peptide is a novel positron emission tomography (PET) radiotracer targeting fibroblast growth factor receptor 1 (FGFR1). This study evaluated the safety, biodistribution, radiation dosimetry, and imaging potential of [<sup>68</sup>Ga]Ga-DOTA-FGFR1-peptide. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> The FGFR1-targeting peptide DOTA-(PEG2)-KAEWKSLGEEAWHSK was synthesized by manual solid-phase peptide synthesis with high-performance liquid chromatography purification, and labeled with <sup>68</sup>Ga with DOTA as chelating agent. We recruited 14 participants and calculated the radiation dose of 4 of these pathologically confirmed nontumor subjects using OLINDA/EXM 2.2.0 software. At the same time, the imaging potential in 10 of these lung cancer patients was evaluated. <b><i>Results:</i></b> The biodistribution of [<sup>68</sup>Ga]Ga-DOTA-FGFR1-peptide in 4 subjects showed the highest uptake in the bladder and kidney. Dosimetry analysis indicated that the bladder wall received the highest effective dose (3.73E-02 mSv/MBq), followed by the lungs (2.36E-03 mSv/MBq) and red bone marrow (2.09E-03 mSv/MBq). No normal organs were found to have excess specific absorbed doses. The average systemic effective dose was 4.97E-02 mSv/MBq. The primary and metastatic tumor lesions were clearly visible on PET/computed tomography (CT) images in 10 patients. <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> Our results indicate that [<sup>68</sup>Ga]Ga-DOTA-FGFR1-peptide has a good dosimetry profile and can be used safely in humans, and it has significant potential value for clinical PET/CT imaging.</p>","PeriodicalId":55277,"journal":{"name":"Cancer Biotherapy and Radiopharmaceuticals","volume":" ","pages":"712-720"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141635862","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"GRHPR, Targeted by miR-138-5p, Inhibits the Proliferation and Metastasis of Hepatocellular Carcinoma Through PI3K/AKT Signaling Pathway.","authors":"Shuangshuang Yang, Yixian Liu, Bushi Zhang, Jinxia Li, Fang Xu, Mengdan Yu, Ying Chen, Chenglong Li, Ting Liu, Ying Zhao, Qianwei Zhao, Jintao Zhang","doi":"10.1089/cbr.2023.0018","DOIUrl":"10.1089/cbr.2023.0018","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a highly aggressive cancer. This study elucidates the role of Glyoxylate reductase/hydroxypyruvate reductase (GRHPR) in HCC proliferation and metastasis, along with its molecular mechanism, and identifies miRNAs targeting GRHPR. <b><i>Materials and Methods:</i></b> Expression levels of GRHPR and miR-138-5p were assessed using real-time fluorescent quantitative polymerase chain reaction and Western blot techniques. Bioinformatic analysis was employed to identify miRNAs targeting GRHPR, and the results were confirmed via dual-luciferase reporter assays. HCC cell lines overexpressing GRHPR were established to investigate its roles in cell proliferation, migration, and invasion. The biological function of miR-138-5p targeting GRHPR in HCC cells was also evaluated. Furthermore, a xenograft mouse model was utilized to examine the <i>in vivo</i> functions of GRHPR. <b><i>Results:</i></b> GRHPR expression was downregulated in HCC, whereas miR-138-5p was upregulated. Overexpression of GRHPR suppressed HCC cell proliferation, migration, and invasion. Conversely, inhibition of GRHPR by miR-138-5p promoted HCC cell proliferation and invasive properties. MiR-138-5p was found to regulate Phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K) and protein kinase B (AKT) phosphorylation levels by inhibiting GRHPR expression. <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> This study highlights GRHPR's role as a tumor suppressor in HCC, with its function being regulated by miR-138-5p.</p>","PeriodicalId":55277,"journal":{"name":"Cancer Biotherapy and Radiopharmaceuticals","volume":" ","pages":"733-744"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141460903","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Theranostics, Advanced Cancer, and The Meaning of Life.","authors":"J Harvey Turner","doi":"10.1089/cbr.2024.0176","DOIUrl":"10.1089/cbr.2024.0176","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>There is an unmet need to recognize and address the psychosocial and spiritual support of the rapidly growing population of cancer survivors living with advanced metastatic disease which is essentially incurable. Palliative chemotherapy may do more harm than good. The role of the physician in the provision of a supportive, compassionate relationship of mutual trust is critical in the exploration of spirituality and the meaning of life for each individual patient. The objective must be to enhance quality of life rather than prolong it at any cost. Nuclear physicians are now equipped to offer effective control of advanced metastatic cancer of prostate and neuroendocrine neoplasms without clinically evident toxicity. They also now have the potential to practice phronesis, and in so doing, to significantly ameliorate the quality of life of patients afflicted with these specific advanced cancers. During the time of prolonged symptom-free survival, these patients may be encouraged to find life's meaning and a peaceful acceptance of their inevitable demise.</p>","PeriodicalId":55277,"journal":{"name":"Cancer Biotherapy and Radiopharmaceuticals","volume":" ","pages":"707-711"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142513375","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
William Julian, Olga Sergeeva, Wei Cao, Chunying Wu, Bernadette Erokwu, Chris Flask, Lifang Zhang, Xinning Wang, James Basilion, Sichun Yang, Zhenghong Lee
{"title":"Searching for Protein Off-Targets of Prostate-Specific Membrane Antigen-Targeting Radioligands in the Salivary Glands.","authors":"William Julian, Olga Sergeeva, Wei Cao, Chunying Wu, Bernadette Erokwu, Chris Flask, Lifang Zhang, Xinning Wang, James Basilion, Sichun Yang, Zhenghong Lee","doi":"10.1089/cbr.2024.0066","DOIUrl":"10.1089/cbr.2024.0066","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> Prostate specific membrane antigen (PSMA)-targeted radioligand therapies represent a highly effective treatment for metastatic prostate cancer. However, high and sustain uptake of PSMA-ligands in the salivary glands led to dose limiting dry mouth (xerostomia), especially with α-emitters. The expression of PSMA and histologic analysis couldn't directly explain the toxicity, suggesting a potential off-target mediator for uptake. In this study, we searched for possible off-target non-PSMA protein(s) in the salivary glands. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> A machine-learning based quantitative structure activity relationship (QSAR) model was built for seeking the possible off-target(s). The resulting target candidates from the model prediction were subjected to further analysis for salivary protein expression and structural homology at key regions required for PSMA-ligand binding. Furthermore, cellular binding assays were performed utilizing multiple cell lines with high expression of the candidate proteins and low expression of PSMA. Finally, PSMA knockout (PSMA-/-) mice were scanned by small animal PET/MR using [<sup>68</sup>Ga]Ga-PSMA-11 for in-vivo validation. <b><i>Results:</i></b> The screening of the trained QSAR model did not yield a solid off-target protein, which was corroborated in part by cellular binding assays. Imaging using PSMA-/- mice further demonstrated markedly reduced PSMA-radioligand uptake in the salivary glands. <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> Uptake of the PSMA-targeted radioligands in the salivary glands remains primarily PSMA-mediated. Further investigations are needed to illustrate a seemingly different process of uptake and retention in the salivary glands than that in prostate cancer.</p>","PeriodicalId":55277,"journal":{"name":"Cancer Biotherapy and Radiopharmaceuticals","volume":" ","pages":"721-732"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142301444","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Long Noncoding RNA CRNDE Promotes Gastric Cancer Progression through Targeting miR-136-5p/MIEN1.","authors":"Yingchao Gu, Chaoyu Li, Xiankun Ren, Xiaodong Hu, Yuwen Huang, Lin Xia","doi":"10.1089/cbr.2023.0179","DOIUrl":"10.1089/cbr.2023.0179","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> Long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) contribute to the initiation and progression of gastric cancer (GC). This study examined the potential role of lncRNA colorectal neoplasia differentially expressed (CRNDE) in modulating the expression of migration and invasion enhancer 1 (MIEN1) through the suppression of miR-136-5p in GC. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> The biological roles of CRNDE, miR-136-5p, and MIEN1 in GC were assessed both in laboratory settings and through the examination of clinical samples. <b><i>Results:</i></b> CRNDE was found to be significantly increased in GC tissues, and this upregulation was associated with an unfavorable prognosis of GC patients. <i>In vitro</i> experiments showed that inhibiting cell growth and migration, along with promoting apoptosis in GC cells, could be achieved by either disabling CRNDE or MIEN1, or by increasing the expression of miR-136-5p. MIEN1 is a specific recipient of miR-136-5p, and the anticancer effects of miR-136-5p can be counteracted by the increased expression of MIEN1. Through the examination of clinical specimens, it has been observed that there is a significant positive correlation between the expression of MIEN1 and CRNDE. In contrast, miR-136-5p expression in GC tissues shows a negative correlation. <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> A previously unexplored therapeutic target for GC involves the CRNDE/miR-136-5p/MIEN1 signal transduction cascade.</p>","PeriodicalId":55277,"journal":{"name":"Cancer Biotherapy and Radiopharmaceuticals","volume":" ","pages":"770-781"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141536063","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Hsa_Circ_002144 Promotes Glycolysis and Immune Escape of Breast Cancer Through miR-326/PKM Axis.","authors":"Yong Yang, Tianhao Xie, Peng Gao, Weijun Han, Yuhong Liu, Yanmei Wang","doi":"10.1089/cbr.2024.0009","DOIUrl":"10.1089/cbr.2024.0009","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><i><b>Background:</b></i> Breast cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths in women worldwide, posing a significant threat to female health. Therefore, it is crucial to search for new therapeutic targets and prognostic biomarkers for breast cancer patients. <i><b>Method:</b></i> Bioinformatics analysis, quantitative real-time PCR (qRT-PCR), and fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) were employed to investigate the expression of hsa_circ_002144 in breast cancer. Transwell assay, Western blotting, and cell viability assay were utilized to assess the impact of hsa_circ_002144 on the proliferation, migration, and invasion of breast cancer cells. Additionally, a mouse model was established to validate its functionality. Flow cytometry, WB analysis, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), qRT-PCR, exosomes isolation, and co-culture system were employed to elucidate the molecular mechanism underlying macrophage polarization. <i><b>Result:</b></i> we have discovered for the first time that hsa_circ_002144 is highly expressed in breast cancer. It affected tumor growth and metastasis and could influence macrophage polarization through the glycolytic pathway. <i><b>Conclusion:</b></i> This finding provides a new direction for breast cancer treatment and prognosis assessment.</p>","PeriodicalId":55277,"journal":{"name":"Cancer Biotherapy and Radiopharmaceuticals","volume":" ","pages":"755-769"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141536062","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Min Yao, Jinrong Wei, Lijie Chen, Chunyan Li, Guo-Qin Jiang
{"title":"Collagen Hydrogel Loaded With 9-cisRA-Lip Is an Option for Treatment of Secondary Lymphedema after Surgery.","authors":"Min Yao, Jinrong Wei, Lijie Chen, Chunyan Li, Guo-Qin Jiang","doi":"10.1089/cbr.2024.0177","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/cbr.2024.0177","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> Secondary upper limb lymphedema is easy to occur after breast cancer surgery, for which treatment is limited. 9-cis-retinoic acid (9-cisRA) has been demonstrated to increase lymphangiogenesis without enhancing tumor metastasis but has the disadvantages of poor water solubility, easy decomposition in light, unstable to heat, and short half-life. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> Based on this, 9-cisRA-Lip with a particle size of roughly 143 nm and high dispersibility was prepared by thin-film dispersion method and verified by Malvern Laser Particle Size Analyzer and electron microscopy. <b><i>Results:</i></b> <i>In vitro</i>, 9-cisRA-Lip demonstrated good biosafety and tumor safety, promoting the proliferation of L929 cells while having no effect on 4T1 and Human Umbilical Vein Endothelial (HUVEC) cells. Compared with 9-cisRA, 9-cisRA-Lip was more effective at encouraging mouse lymphatic endothelial cell (SVEC4-10) migration, proliferation, and tube formation. <i>In vivo</i>, 9-cisRA-Lip-Gel showed good slow-release effect, mice treated with 9-cisRA-Lip-Gel one-time local injection had considerably less tail edema than the control group from day 9 to day 39 postsurgery (<i>p</i> < 0.05). This may be attributed to the greater capacity of 9-cisRA-Lip to enhance the phosphorylation of <i>FGFR3</i> (Fibroblast Growth Factor Receptor 3) at <i>Tyr 724</i>. <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> 9-cisRA-Lip-Gel presents a potential treatment option for lymphedema following surgery.</p>","PeriodicalId":55277,"journal":{"name":"Cancer Biotherapy and Radiopharmaceuticals","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142752247","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"METTL3 and HERC4: Elevated Expression and Impact on Hepatocellular Carcinoma Progression.","authors":"Tao Sun, Shiyu Geng, Qingjing Ru, Yi Zheng","doi":"10.1089/cbr.2024.0126","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/cbr.2024.0126","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> Methyltransferase-like 3 (METTL3) and HECT and RLD domain containing E3 ubiquitin protein ligase 4 (HERC4) have been studied in the field of oncology; howbeit, their roles and interaction in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) await elucidation. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> Initially, METTL3 and HERC4 expressions in normal and HCC samples were predicted employing the UALCAN database, and the targeting relationship between these two was explored via coimmunoprecipitation assay. Following the quantification on N6-methyladenosine (m<sup>6</sup>A) enrichment, the localization of METTL3 and HERC4 on HCC cells was visualized via immunofluorescence assay. The effects of METTL3 and HERC4 on HCC cells proliferation and migration were determined <i>in vitro</i> assays. METTL3 and HERC4 expressions were quantified via quantitative polymerase chain reaction, and those of metastasis-related proteins N-cadherin and vimentin were calculated with immunoblotting assay. Furthermore, the levels of angiogenic factors such as vascular endothelial growth factor and basic fibroblast growth factor were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. <b><i>Results:</i></b> METTL3 and HERC4 expressed highly in HCC and their expressions were positively correlated with tumor grade. METTL3 overexpression enhanced the expression of HERC4 and promoted the proliferation and migration abilities of HCC cells. Specifically, METTL3 overexpression increased vimentin and N-cadherin expressions, while its silencing did conversely. Besides, HERC4 overexpression reversed the effects of METTL3 silencing on the proliferation and migration as well as the levels of angiogenic factors in HCC cells. <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> This study reveals the upregulation of METTL3 and HERC4 expression in HCC and their role in HCC by enhancing the proliferation, migration, and angiogenesis potential of HCC cells.</p>","PeriodicalId":55277,"journal":{"name":"Cancer Biotherapy and Radiopharmaceuticals","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142752248","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Research Progress of Hyaluronic Acid-Coated Nanocarriers in Targeted Cancer Therapy.","authors":"Xinxin Hou, Hao Zhang","doi":"10.1089/cbr.2024.0143","DOIUrl":"10.1089/cbr.2024.0143","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> Hyaluronic acid (HA), as a critical ingredient of extracellular matrix (ECM) and synovial fluid, has attracted extensive attention in targeted tumor thearpy. The superiority of HA is reflected as its great biocompatibility, biodegradability and special binding ability to CD44 receptor. Moreover, CD44 receptor proteins are overexpressed in many kinds of tumor cells and cancer stem cells (CSCs). Therefore, HA is commonly used as ligands for the surface modification of versatile nanocarriers applied in various tumor therapy approaches. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> We reviewed a large amount of literature and summarized the unique properties of HA, the rationale for the use of HA as tumor-specific carrier for drug delivery, catabolism of HA coated nanocarriers and research achievements of frequently-used HA-modified organic and inorganic nanocarries. <b><i>Results:</i></b> We concluded the significant applications of HA coated nanocarriers in tumor Chemotherapy and chemoresistance, Combination therapy and Cancer theranostics. <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> The application prospect of HA-coated nanocarriers will be more extensive for various targeting combination therapy and theranostics. was concluded so as to provide some potential thoughts for targeted tumor thearpy and even diagnosis.</p>","PeriodicalId":55277,"journal":{"name":"Cancer Biotherapy and Radiopharmaceuticals","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142752250","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}