Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Oncology
Manuscript ID	102544
Country	China

Category	Oncology
Manuscript Type	Editorial
Article Title	Unveiling Genetic Susceptibility in Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Revolutionizing Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis through Imaging
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Sheng-Ke Zhang, Lai Jiang, Cheng-Lu Jiang, Qiang Cao, Yu-Quan Chen and Hao Chi
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Corresponding Author	Hao Chi, Assistant Professor, PhD, Clinical Medical College, Southwest Medical University, No. 319 Zhongshan Road, Luzhou 646000, Sichuan Province, China. chihao7511@gmail.com
Key Words	Genetic polymorphisms; Esophageal squamous cell carcinoma; Pancreatic cancer; Imaging markers; Activin A receptor type 1C; Single nucleotide polymorphisms
Core Tip	This editorial highlights key advancements in cancer research through the integration of genetic and imaging data. The study by Lin et al. identifies activin A receptor type 1C (ACVR1C) gene polymorphisms as significant risk factors for esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC), offering new possibilities for genetic screening and personalized prevention strategies in high-risk populations. Meanwhile, Luo et al.'s analysis of imaging features correlated with pancreatic cancer subtypes, such as pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) and neuroendocrine tumors (NETs), enhances diagnostic precision. Together, these studies underscore the importance of combining molecular and imaging tools to refine early detection and optimize treatment approaches in oncology.
Citation	Zhang SK, Jiang L, Jiang CL, Cao Q, Chen YQ, Chi H. Unveiling genetic susceptibility in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma and revolutionizing pancreatic cancer diagnosis through imaging. World J Gastrointest Oncol 2025; In press

Received	2024-10-22 01:26
Peer-Review Started	2024-10-22 01:27
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Return for Revision	2025-02-10 08:13
Revised	2025-02-16 07:16
Second Decision	2025-04-14 02:36
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Accepted by Executive Editor-in-Chief	2025-04-14 06:30
Articles in Press	2025-04-14 06:30
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