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ArticleAsian Pacific journal of cancer prevention : APJCP2025

Comprehensive Analysis of NOTCH1 Mutations in Indian Pediatric ALL Patients: Clinical and Molecular Insights.

Amritha Padmakumar, Priyakumari Thankamony, Preethi Gopinath, Vineetha Radhakrishnan Chandraprabha, Akhila Raj Thampirajan Vimala Devi, Geetha Raj John Anitha, Mahitha Mohanan Sreelatha, Devipriya Padmakumar, Jagathnath Krishna Kumarapillai Mohanan Nair, Suraj Lathika Surendran and 1 more

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Amritha PadmakumarLaboratory of Cytogenetics and Molecular Diagnostics, Division of Cancer Research, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, University of Kerala, India.
Priyakumari ThankamonyDivision of Pediatric Oncology, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, India.
Preethi GopinathLaboratory of Cytogenetics and Molecular Diagnostics, Division of Cancer Research, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, University of Kerala, India.
Vineetha Radhakrishnan ChandraprabhaLaboratory of Cytogenetics and Molecular Diagnostics, Division of Cancer Research, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, University of Kerala, India.
Akhila Raj Thampirajan Vimala DeviLaboratory of Cytogenetics and Molecular Diagnostics, Division of Cancer Research, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, University of Kerala, India.
Geetha Raj John AnithaLaboratory of Cytogenetics and Molecular Diagnostics, Division of Cancer Research, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, University of Kerala, India.
Mahitha Mohanan SreelathaLaboratory of Cytogenetics and Molecular Diagnostics, Division of Cancer Research, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, University of Kerala, India.
Devipriya PadmakumarLaboratory of Cytogenetics and Molecular Diagnostics, Division of Cancer Research, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, University of Kerala, India.
Jagathnath Krishna Kumarapillai Mohanan NairDivision of Cancer Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, India.
Suraj Lathika SurendranLaboratory of Cytogenetics and Molecular Diagnostics, Division of Cancer Research, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, University of Kerala, India.
Hariharan SreedharanLaboratory of Cytogenetics and Molecular Diagnostics, Division of Cancer Research, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, University of Kerala, India.ORCID 0000-0002-6562-3044

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Abstract

backgroundAcute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) is a prevalent childhood malignancy characterized by abnormal lymphoid cell proliferation. Despite treatment advancements, relapse remains problematic, necessitating improved prognostic markers. NOTCH1 mutations, particularly in T-cell ALL (T-ALL), have been implicated in ALL pathogenesis.

methodsWe examined the correlation between NOTCH1 mutations and clinical characteristics in 185 Indian pediatric ALL patients. NOTCH1 mutations were detected using PCR and sequencing, with subsequent analysis of clinical parameters and outcomes.

resultsTwenty-four cases exhibited NOTCH1 mutations, primarily in the PEST domain, with a higher frequency in B-cell ALL (B-ALL) than in T-ALL. Specific clinical features, including elevated WBC counts and LDH levels, were associated with NOTCH1 mutations. Survival analysis suggested potential prognostic implications of NOTCH1 mutations in B-ALL but not in T-ALL. Integrating NOTCH1 mutation status with minimal residual disease levels post-induction therapy may aid in identifying high-risk patients.

conclusionsOur findings underscore the heterogeneous nature of ALL and advocate for personalized therapy guided by molecular markers. Further research is essential to elucidate the role of NOTCH1 mutations in ALL prognosis and treatment response.

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Biomarkers, TumorNeoplasm Recurrence, LocalPrecursor Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia-LymphomaPrecursor T-Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia-LymphomaReceptor, Notch1ChildChild, PreschoolDNA Mutational AnalysisExonsFemaleFollow-Up StudiesHumansIndiaLeukocyte CountMaleMutationBiomarkers, TumorNOTCH1 protein, humanReceptor, Notch1clinical characteristicsClinical Diagnosisminimal residual diseasePrognostic factors

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PMCPMC12905812

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