miR-16-5p specifically inhibits IFN-γ-regulated memory T helper cell differentiation in malignant pleural effusion of non-small cell lung cancer

The mechanism for memory T helper (Th) cell differentiation in malignant pleural effusion (MPE) of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is poorly understood. MicroRNAs (miRNAs), as small non-coding RNA that regulate gene expression, play a crucial role in the regulation of memory Th cell differentiation. However, whether miRNAs can inhibit the differentiation of memory Th cells in MPE of NSCLC has not been reported. This study aimed to explore miR-16-5p specifically inhibits interferon-gamma (IFN-γ)-regulated memory Th cell differentiation in MPE of NSCLC.