Synovial sarcoma: molecular and biological features, the role of tissue microenvironment elements and their prognostic significance

Abstract

Purpose of the study. Analysis of the molecular and biological features of synovial sarcoma (SS), as well as its tissue microenvironment according to modern research. Materials and methods. The analysis of literature sources was carried out mainly in the databases «Istina» and «PubMed», publication date limitations were set up from 2019 to 2023. The following keywords for the search were used: «synovial sarcoma», «chromosomal aberrations», «carcinogenesis». Results. Understanding the molecular mechanisms and signaling pathways in the development of SS may lead to the development of more effective treatment strategies. The importance of further research in this area cannot be overestimated, as it can provide new data to create innovative approaches aimed at improving the prognosis and quality of patients’ lives. Chromosomal aberrations, such as translocations and deletions, can lead to the activation of oncogenes or inactivation of tumor suppressor genes, which, in turn, contributes to the malignant transformation of cells. Epigenetic changes such as DNA methylation and histone modifications also play an important role in the regulation of genes related to the growth and survival of tumor cells. Disorders in these processes can contribute to tumor progression by altering the expression of key genes involved in the cell cycle, apoptosis, and angiogenesis. Additionally, part of the review is devoted to the interaction of atypical cells against the background of chromosomal aberrations and epigenetic changes with the SS microenvironment. These factors may have a certain effect on the growth and progression of synovial sarcoma. In addition, the review discusses various aspects of the diagnosis of SS using modern molecular genetic methods. Examples of successful use of targeted therapy and immunotherapy are given, which open up new prospects in the treatment of this disease. Conclusion. The importance of molecular biological and molecular genetic analysis of SS for the possibility of an interdisciplinary approach in the study and treatment of this aggressive malignant tumor has been revealed.