Single-Cell RNA Sequencing Integrated with Bulk-RNA Sequencing Analysis Reveals Prognostic Signatures Based on

Jiyin Wang1,2,3,4,5, Xue Yin1,2,3,4,6, Ziyi Li1,2,3,4

  • 1National Key Laboratory of Intelligent Tracking and Forecasting for Infectious Diseases, Beijing Ditan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, People's Republic of China.

Abstract

Insights

This study reveals that high PANoptosis risk in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is linked to immune suppression and drug resistance. The gene YIF1B is identified as a key driver and potential therapeutic target for personalized HCC treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Immunology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Drug resistance in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) significantly reduces treatment effectiveness.
  • Developing precise treatment strategies for HCC patients is a critical unmet clinical need.
  • Understanding the role of PANoptosis in HCC progression is essential for improving patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate PANoptosis-related mechanisms in HCC progression.
  • To identify actionable therapeutic targets for HCC.
  • To optimize patient-specific treatment strategies and overcome drug resistance.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized multi-omics analysis, including single-cell and bulk RNA sequencing.
  • Employed machine learning to identify PANoptosis-related prognostic features.
  • Explored the association of PANoptosis-related gene expression with the tumor immune microenvironment and drug responses through bioinformatic and experimental studies.

Main Results:

  • High PANoptosis risk was associated with immunosuppressive tumor microenvironments and therapeutic resistance in HCC.
  • The PANoptosis-related gene YIF1B was identified as a prognostic biomarker and a driver of tumor progression.
  • YIF1B expression correlated with immune dysfunction and drug resistance in HCC.

Conclusions:

  • YIF1B represents a promising therapeutic target for hepatocellular carcinoma.
  • The developed PANoptosis framework connects molecular mechanisms to clinical management strategies.
  • This approach offers potential for personalized HCC therapy and overcoming treatment resistance.