Research on the Application of Polycystic Kidney Disease-Related Genes in the Treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma
Authors: Zhang Wei, Li Ming, Wang Fang
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys. Recent studies have suggested a potential link between PKD-related genes and the pathogenesis of renal cell carcinoma (RCC). This study aims to investigate the expression and functional role of PKD-related genes in RCC and explore their potential as therapeutic targets. We analyzed the expression profiles of PKD-related genes in RCC tissues and cell lines using bioinformatics and experimental approaches. Our results demonstrate that several PKD-related genes are significantly upregulated in RCC and correlate with poor prognosis. Functional assays revealed that knockdown of these genes inhibits RCC cell proliferation, migration, and invasion, and induces apoptosis. Furthermore, we identified that these genes regulate the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway. Our findings suggest that PKD-related genes play an oncogenic role in RCC and may serve as novel biomarkers and therapeutic targets for RCC treatment.
