Multi-omics analysis delineates molecular signatures of spinal ependymal tumor
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Background
Spinal ependymal tumors are a diverse group of neoplasms encompassing four subtypes: spinal ependymoma (SP-EPN), spinal ependymoma, MYCN -amplification (SP-EPN- MYCN ), spinal myxopapillary ependymoma (SP-MPE), and spinal subependymoma (SP-SE). However, the molecular differences among these subtypes remain largely unknown.
Methods
Using an integrated multi-omics approach (whole-genome sequencing, RNA-seq, and mass spectrometry), we identified the distinct molecular characteristics of three subtypes except for SP-EPN- MYCN .
Results
In SP-EPN, abnormal enrichment of ciliary signaling, particularly involving the MKS complex, was evident. SP-MPE exhibited significant dysregulation of mitochondrial metabolism, reflecting a metabolic profile aligned with the Warburg effect. SP-SE tumors showed enhanced activity of immune-related pathways, including interferon signaling and extracellular vesicle dynamics, suggesting a distinct tumor microenvironment.
Conclusion
This pilot study identifies candidate molecular markers in a single-center spinal ependymal tumor cohort.
Clinical trial number
Not applicable.
