Cucurbitacin E inhibits cellular proliferation and induces apoptosis in melanoma by suppressing HSDL2 expression.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Melanoma is among the most aggressive types of skin malignancy and can have an unpredictable clinical course. Exploration of novel therapeutic targets and their regulators remains essential for the prevention and treatment of melanoma.

Methods

HSDL2 protein levels were examined by immunohistochemistry. The roles of HSDL2 in cell proliferation and apoptosis were identified by CCK-8 and colony formation assays. The function of HSDL2 in cell apoptosis was analysed by flow cytometry. Western blotting, cell proliferation and apoptosis and a xenograft tumour model were utilized to explore the inhibitory functions and mechanisms of CuE in melanoma.

Results

HSDL2 is overexpressed in melanoma and promotes melanoma progression by activating the ERK and AKT pathways.

SUBMITTER: Liu WB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8862504 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature