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CELLULAR ONCOLOGY
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DOI: 10.1007/s13402-023-00828-3
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Colorectal cancer; Iron metabolism; Hypoxia; Oxidative stress; Ferroptosis
This review discusses the complex role of iron in colorectal cancer (CRC), particularly the consequences of iron excess or deprivation on tumor development and progression. The regulation of cellular iron metabolism in the CRC microenvironment and the role of hypoxia and oxidative stress (e.g. ferroptosis) in CRC are also highlighted. Furthermore, potential therapeutic targets against CRC malignancy related to iron are identified.
BackgroundColorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second deadliest malignancy worldwide. Current dietary habits are associated with increased levels of iron and heme, both of which increase the risk of developing CRC. The harmful effects of iron overload are related to the induction of iron-mediated pro-tumorigenic pathways, including carcinogenesis and hyperproliferation. On the other hand, iron deficiency may also promote CRC development and progression by contributing to genome instability, therapy resistance, and diminished immune responses. In addition to the relevance of systemic iron levels, iron-regulatory mechanisms in the tumor microenvironment are also believed to play a significant role in CRC and to influence disease outcome. Furthermore, CRC cells are more prone to escape iron-dependent cell death (ferroptosis) than non-malignant cells due to the constitutive activation of antioxidant genes expression. There is wide evidence that inhibition of ferroptosis may contribute to the resistance of CRC to established chemotherapeutic regimens. As such, ferroptosis inducers represent promising therapeutic drugs for CRC.Conclusions and perspectivesThis review addresses the complex role of iron in CRC, particularly in what concerns the consequences of iron excess or deprivation in tumor development and progression. We also dissect the regulation of cellular iron metabolism in the CRC microenvironment and emphasize the role of hypoxia and of oxidative stress (e.g. ferroptosis) in CRC. Finally, we underline some iron-related players as potential therapeutic targets against CRC malignancy.
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