Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Oncology
Manuscript ID	108870
Country	China

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Study
Article Title	Associations between serum biomarkers and gut microbial imbalance in predicting chemotherapy response in colorectal cancer: A retrospective analysis
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Ming-Zhi Ling, Zhen Wan, Biao Hu, Ming-Jing Zhao, Hao-Sheng Gong and Gang Li
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Corresponding Author	Gang Li, Associate Chief Physician, PhD, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, No. 7 Weiwu Road, Zhengzhou 450003, Henan Province, China. ligang65580@126.com
Key Words	Colorectal cancer; S100A12; Soluble CD14; Gut dysbiosis; Fusobacterium nucleatum; Chemotherapy response; Biomarkers; Predictive evaluation
Core Tip	This study highlights the potential of S100A12 and soluble CD14 as non-invasive biomarkers for assessing gut microbial imbalance and predicting chemotherapy responsiveness in colorectal cancer. Their integration into clinical decision-making could support more personalized and effective treatment planning.
Citation	Ling MZ, Wan Z, Hu B, Zhao MJ, Gong HS, Li G. Associations between serum biomarkers and gut microbial imbalance in predicting chemotherapy response in colorectal cancer: A retrospective analysis. World J Gastrointest Oncol 2025; In press

Received	2025-05-14 08:56
Peer-Review Started	2025-05-14 08:56
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Return for Revision	2025-06-06 03:05
Revised	2025-06-08 14:02
Second Decision	2025-07-15 02:39
Accepted by Journal Editor-in-Chief
Accepted by Executive Editor-in-Chief	2025-07-15 06:46
Articles in Press	2025-07-15 06:46
Publication Fee Transferred	2025-06-13 14:29
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ISSN	1948-5204 (online)
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