MUC5AC enhances tumor heterogeneity in lung adenocarcinoma with mucin production and is associated with poor prognosis

Abstract

The clinicopathological features of non-pure mucinous subtype of lung adenocarcinoma with mucin production were distinct and should be distinguished from pure mucinous subtype. MUC5AC was associated with poor prognosis and could be a potential therapeutic target for this distinct type of lung adenocarcinoma that has few effective treatments.