Rectifying the Epigenetic Field Defect in Gastric Carcinogenesis
Abstract:Gastric cancer is undoubtedly a fatal malignancy worldwide with high incidence and dismal prognosis. Its formation and development can be driven by genetic defects, dietary factors, alcohol consumption, viral infection, etc. Despite the multifactorial nature, more than 80% of gastric cancers are closely related to Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection [1]. It is believed that H. pylori triggers chronic gastritis that results in gastric atrophy, intestinal metaplasia and dysplasia, and then finally to adeno… Show more
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