Identification of DYRK2 and TRIM32 as keloids programmed cell death-related biomarkers: insights from bioinformatics and machine learning in multiple cohorts

  • 0Department of Plastic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning, China.

Summary

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This study identifies DYRK2 and TRIM32 as key genes for keloid diagnosis and explores their mechanisms. SB-431542 emerges as a potential therapeutic agent for keloid treatment.

Area Of Science

  • Biomedical Research
  • Molecular Biology
  • Dermatology

Background

  • Keloids are abnormal scars resulting from dysregulated wound healing.
  • Understanding the molecular mechanisms of keloid development is crucial for effective treatment strategies.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To investigate the expression patterns of programmed cell death-related genes in keloids.
  • To identify novel molecular targets for the early diagnosis and treatment of keloids.

Main Methods

  • Machine learning algorithms were employed to identify key genes from keloid expression data.
  • Gene Set Enrichment Analysis (GSEA), immune cell profiling, and competing endogenous RNA (ceRNA) network construction were utilized.
  • Single-cell analysis, Connectivity Map (CMap), and molecular docking were performed to elucidate mechanisms and identify therapeutic agents.

Main Results

  • DYRK2 and TRIM32 were identified as key diagnostic genes for keloids, with significant diagnostic potential shown by ROC curves.
  • The study revealed the mechanism of action and regulatory network of DYRK2 and TRIM32 in keloids.
  • SB-431542 was identified as a potential therapeutic agent for keloid treatment.

Conclusions

  • DYRK2 and TRIM32 are promising molecular targets for keloid diagnosis.
  • Further research into the identified mechanisms and the therapeutic potential of SB-431542 could lead to improved keloid management.