Foxp3 is correlated with VEGF-C expression and lymphangiogenesis in cervical cancer

Abstract

Background: Recent observations revealed Foxp3 participated in the development of cervical cancer. Furthermore, Foxp3 has a vital function in the lymphatic metastasis of cervical cancer. However, it is unclear whether Foxp3 is correlated with lymphangiogenesis of cervical cancer. Methods: In this experiment, expression of Foxp3 and VEGF-C was detected in 50 cervical cancer samples by immunohistochemistry. In addition, we evaluated the association between Foxp3 and VEGF-C expression and lymphangiogenesis of cervical cancer evaluated by lymphatic vessel density. Results: These data demonstrate Foxp3 is positively correlated with VEGF-C expression. Furthermore, Foxp3 is associated with lymphangiogenesis of cervical cancer. Conclusions: These results revealed Foxp3 play an important role in lymphangiogenesis of cervical cancer. Trial registration: Gunagdong Medical University, PJ2013049