MicroRNA expression profiles in the esophagus of children with caustic stenosis: A pathway towards esophageal cancer?

Study identifies microRNA expression changes in esophageal tissue from children with caustic stenosis, revealing potential biomarkers for early cancer detection. Researchers found 13 deregulated miRNAs in recent injuries and 4 in long-term cases, with miR-374 and miR-574 linked to esophageal tumorigenesis, offering promise for surveillance strategies.