Objective: Based on the theory that long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) sponge microRNAs (miRNAs) to engage in cervical cancer development, this work was set out to investigate the possible role of lncRNA taurine upregulated gene 1 (TUG1) and miR-381-3p in the development of cervical cancer.
Methods: TUG1, miR-381-3p and murine double minute 2 (MDM2) expression were measured in cervical cancer tissues and cells. The nexus between TUG1 and clinicopathological features of cervical cancer was discussed. The biological functions of TUG1, miR-381-3p and MDM2 on cervical cancer cell process were interpreted via gain- and loss-of-function experiments. Also, tumor xenograft in nude mice was conducted in vivo. The interactions between TUG1, miR-381-3p and MDM2 were identified.
Results: TUG1 and MDM2 raised while miR-381-3p reduced in cervical cancer. TUG1 expression was related to tumor size, differentiation, international federation of gynecology and obstetrics stage and lymph node metastasis of cervical cancer. Restored miR-381-3p, depleted TUG1 or reduced MDM2 decreased viability, colony-forming, migration and invasion abilities, and facilitated apoptosis of cervical cancer cells. Xenografted tumors grew slowly upon injection with restored miR-381-3p and depleted TUG1. TUG1 bound to miR-381-3p and miR-381-3p targeted MDM2.
Conclusion: On all accounts, this present study provides evidence that silencing TUG1 depressed cervical cancer cell progression through miR-381-3p/MDM2 axis, highlighting a theoretical basis for cervical cancer treatment.
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