Current status of in vitro models for rare gynaecological cancer research

Raos, Dora; Vučemilo Paripović, Nikolina; Ozretić, Petar; Sabol, Maja (2025) Current status of in vitro models for rare gynaecological cancer research. EJSO - European Journal of Surgical Oncology, 51 (4). ISSN 0748-7983

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Abstract

Gynaecological cancers originate within the female reproductive system and are classified according to the site in the reproductive system where they arise. However, over 50% of these malignancies are categorized as rare, encompassing 30 distinct histological subtypes, which complicates their diagnosis and treatment. The focus of this review is to give an overview of established in vitro models for the investigation of rare gynaecological cancers, as well as an overview of available online databases that contain detailed descriptions of cell line characteristics. Cell lines represent the main models for the research of carcinogenesis, drug resistance, pharmacodynamics and novel therapy treatment options. Nowadays, classic 2D cell models are increasingly being replaced with 3D cell models, such as spheroids, organoids, and tumoroids because they provide a more accurate representation of numerous tumour characteristics, and their response to therapy differs from the response of adherent cell lines. It is crucial to use the correct cell line model, as rare tumour types can show characteristics that differ from the most common tumour types and can therefore respond unexpectedly to classic treatment. Additionally, some cell lines have been misclassified or misidentified, which could lead to false results. Even though rare gynaecological cancers are rare, this review will demonstrate that there are available options for investigation of such cancers in vitro on biologically relevant models.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	rare gynaecological cancer; cell lines; in vitro models
Subjects:	BIOMEDICINE AND HEALTHCARE > Basic Medical Sciences
Divisions:	Division of Molecular Medicine
Projects:	Project title Project leader Project code Project type Uloga signalnog puta Hedgehog-GLI u komunikaciji tumora i strome posredovanoj faktorima rasta u 2D i 3D tumorskim modelima Maja Sabol IP-2022-10-6672 istraživački
Depositing User:	Maja Sabol
Date Deposited:	27 Jun 2025 06:20
URI:	http://fulir.irb.hr/id/eprint/9859
DOI:	10.1016/j.ejso.2024.108549

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