Ziyan Pan, Wai-Kay Seto, Chun-Jen Liu, Yilei Mao, Saleh A Alqahtani, Mohammed Eslam
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Abstract
Background and objective: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) poses a significant global health burden and ranks as the fifth most prevalent cancer on a global scale. Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection remains one of the major risk factors for HCC development. HCC is a heterogeneous disease, and the development of HCC caused by HCV is intricate and involves various factors, including genetic susceptibility, viral factors, immune response due to chronic inflammation, alcohol abuse, and metabolic dysfunction associated with fatty liver disease. In this review, we provide a comprehensive and updated review of research on the genetics and epigenetic mechanisms implicated in developing HCC associated with HCV infection. We also discuss the potential translational implications, including novel biomarkers and drugs for treatment.
Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted in June 2023 in PubMed and Embase databases.
Key content and findings: Recent findings indicate that a variety of genetic and epigenetic processes are involved in the pathogenesis and continue to exist even after the complete elimination of HCV. The deregulation of the epigenome has been identified as a significant factor in the deletrious effects of liver disease, especially during the initial stages when genetic alterations are uncommon. The enduring "epigenetic memory" of gene expression is believed to be regulated by epigenetic mechanisms, indicating that alterations caused by HCV infection continue to exist and are linked to the risk of development of liver cancer even after successful treatment. Systems biology analytical methods will be required to delineate the magnitude and significance of both genetic and epigenomic alterations in tumor evolution.
Conclusions: By facilitating a more profound understanding of these aspects, this will ultimately foster the advancement of novel therapies and ultimately improve outcomes for patients.
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Hepatobiliary Surgery and Nutrition (HBSN) is a bi-monthly, open-access, peer-reviewed journal (Print ISSN: 2304-3881; Online ISSN: 2304-389X) since December 2012. The journal focuses on hepatopancreatobiliary disease and nutrition, aiming to present new findings and deliver up-to-date, practical information on diagnosis, prevention, and clinical investigations. Areas of interest cover surgical techniques, clinical and basic research, transplantation, therapies, NASH, NAFLD, targeted drugs, gut microbiota, metabolism, cancer immunity, genomics, and nutrition and dietetics. HBSN serves as a valuable resource for professionals seeking insights into diverse aspects of hepatobiliary surgery and nutrition.
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