Esophageal adenocarcinoma models: a closer look

Esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC) is a subtype of esophageal cancer with significant morbidity and mortality rates worldwide. Despite advancements in tumor models, the underlying cellular and molecular mechanisms driving EAC pathogenesis are still poorly understood. Therefore, gaining insights into th...

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Main Authors: Nadeem Bhat, Marwah Al-Mathkour, Selma Maacha, Heng Lu, Wael El-Rifai, Farah Ballout
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-11-01
Series:Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmolb.2024.1440670/full
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Summary:Esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC) is a subtype of esophageal cancer with significant morbidity and mortality rates worldwide. Despite advancements in tumor models, the underlying cellular and molecular mechanisms driving EAC pathogenesis are still poorly understood. Therefore, gaining insights into these mechanisms is crucial for improving patient outcomes. Researchers have developed various models to better understand EAC and evaluate clinical management strategies. However, no single model fully recapitulates the complexity of EAC. Emerging technologies, such as patient-derived organoids and immune-competent mouse models, hold promise for personalized EAC research and drug development. In this review, we shed light on the various models for studying EAC and discuss their advantages and limitations.
ISSN:2296-889X