Emerging role of <scp>EZH2</scp> in rheumatic diseases: A comprehensive review
Wang‐Dong Xu, Qi Huang, An‐Fang Huang
Abstract
Enhancer of zeste homolog 2 (EZH2) is a histone methylated enzyme. It trimethylates histone 3 lysine 27 (H3K27) to regulate epigenetic processes. Recently, studies showed excessive expression of EZH2 in rheumatic diseases, such as systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and systemic sclerosis. Moreover, epigenetic modification of EZH2 regulates differentiation and proliferation of different immune cells. Therefore, in this review, we comprehensively discuss the role of EZH2 in rheumatic diseases. Collection of the evidence may provide a basis for further understanding the role of EZH2 and give potential for targeting these diseases.
Topics & Concepts
EZH2EpigeneticsMedicineRheumatoid arthritisHistoneImmunologyCancer researchBiologyGeneticsGeneAutoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders ResearchEpigenetics and DNA MethylationCancer-related molecular mechanisms research