A positive correlation between expressions of COX-2 mRNA and Fas mRNA is found,it is speculated that there may be a common transcription mechanism which constructs multiple pathways contributing to the inhibition of apoptosis in ATs.

• COX-2 mRNA表达与Fas mRNA密切相关,两者可能存在共同的激活机制,构成抑制肿瘤细胞凋亡的多种途径。