Patient-derived prostate cancer organoids require α6-integrins for self-renewal and recapitulate genetic heterogeneity and histopathology of the original tumors
Abstract:Background: Modeling the pathophysiology of prostate cancer (PCa) remains a challenge and primary tissue-derived organoid cultures have emerged as promising models representing good tissue mimicry.
Methods: We have established 36 PCa patient-derived organoid cultures that self-renew and can be maintained long-term. Using CRISPR-mediated genomic editing, selected PCa organoids were also genetically engineered to modulate their tumorigenic and self-renewal properties. We show that PCa organoids can also be readi… Show more
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