TNFSF10: a promising prognostic biomarker and therapeutic target for immunotherapy in testicular germ cell tumors

Background Testicular germ cell tumors (TGCTs) are malignant neoplasms with a poor prognosis, and the absence of reliable biomarkers for patient stratification and diagnosis presents a significant challenge. Methods We employed an integrated analysis of Single-Cell RNA-Sequencing and TCGA data to evaluate TNFSF10 as a potential biomarker for prognosis and immunotherapy in TGCTs. Results Our findings revealed that aberrant TNFSF10 expression was significantly associated with patient survival outcomes. Silencing TNFSF10 inhibited the proliferation, migration, and invasion of TGCT cells, highlighting its role in tumor progression. Moreover, TNFSF10 expression was closely correlated with various components of the tumor microenvironment, suggesting its involvement in both the biological behavior of TGCTs and their response to treatment. Conclusion TNFSF10 emerges as a promising diagnostic and prognostic biomarker for stratification and targeted therapy in TGCTs, offering new prospects for personalized treatment strategies.