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World J Clin Oncol. Aug 24, 2024; 15(8): 961-964
Published online Aug 24, 2024. doi: 10.5306/wjco.v15.i8.961
Six transmembrane epithelial antigens of the prostate to illustrate inflammatory response in gastrointestinal cancers
Yi-Han Wu, Lian-Xiang Luo
Yi-Han Wu, The First Clinical College, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang 524023, Guangdong Province, China
Lian-Xiang Luo, The Marine Biomedical Research Institute, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang 524000, Guangdong Province, China
Author contributions: Luo LX conceived and designed the editorial, reviewed the paper and provided comments; Wu YH wrote the editorial. All authors read and approved the final manuscript.
Conflict-of-interest statement: All the authors report no relevant conflicts of interest for this article.
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Corresponding author: Lian-Xiang Luo, PhD, Adjunct Associate Professor, The Marine Biomedical Research Institute, Guangdong Medical University, No. 2 Wenming East Road, Zhanjiang 524000, Guangdong Province, China. luolianxiang321@gdmu.edu.cn
Received: December 28, 2023
Revised: June 14, 2024
Accepted: July 18, 2024
Published online: August 24, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Six transmembrane epithelial antigens of the prostate (STEAPs), a family of metal reductases, are associated with intracellular oxidative stress and an inflammatory reaction, while chronic inflammation has been linked to an increased risk of gastrointestinal cancers (GICs). This review of STEAPs offers a theoretical foundation for diagnosis and treatment approaches for GIC patients.