LASSO regression and WGCNA-based telomerase-associated lncRNA signaling predicts clear cell renal cell carcinoma prognosis and immunotherapy response

  • 0Department of Urology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu 226001, China.

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Summary

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This study identifies eight telomerase-associated long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) to predict prognosis in renal clear cell carcinoma (ccRCC). A low-risk group showed improved overall survival, suggesting a new therapeutic target.

Area Of Science

  • Oncology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Genetics

Background

  • Renal clear cell carcinoma (ccRCC) is the most common subtype of kidney cancer.
  • Identifying reliable prognostic markers is crucial for effective patient management and treatment strategies.
  • Telomerase-associated long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) are increasingly recognized for their roles in cancer development and progression.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To investigate the impact of telomerase-associated lncRNA expression on the prognosis of ccRCC patients.
  • To establish and validate a prognostic risk model based on these lncRNAs.
  • To explore the association between the prognostic risk model and anti-tumor immunity in ccRCC.

Main Methods

  • Bioinformatic analyses were conducted to identify prognostic telomerase-associated lncRNAs.
  • A risk prediction model was constructed using the identified lncRNAs.
  • Immune-related analyses were performed to assess the correlation between immune status, tumor microenvironment, and the risk model.

Main Results

  • Eight telomerase-associated lncRNAs significantly associated with prognosis were identified.
  • A prognostic risk model was successfully established and validated.
  • Patients in the low-risk group demonstrated significantly higher overall survival rates compared to the high-risk group.

Conclusions

  • The developed prognostic risk model accurately predicts the prognosis of ccRCC patients.
  • Telomerase-associated lncRNAs represent potential therapeutic targets for ccRCC.
  • This model may aid in personalized treatment strategies for ccRCC.