{Reference Type}: Journal Article {Title}: Role of miRNA‑122 in cancer (Review). {Author}: Zhang J;Wu L;Ding R;Deng X;Chen Z; {Journal}: Int J Oncol {Volume}: 65 {Issue}: 3 {Year}: 2024 Sep {Factor}: 5.884 {DOI}: 10.3892/ijo.2024.5671 {Abstract}: MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small non‑coding RNAs that serve key roles in cell proliferation, migration, invasion and apoptosis by regulating gene expression. In malignant tumors, miRNA‑122 serves either as a tumor suppressor or oncogene, influencing tumor progression via downstream gene targeting. However, the precise role of miRNA‑122 in cancer remains unclear. miRNA‑122 is a potential biomarker and modulator of radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The present review aimed to summarize the roles of miRNA‑122 in cancer, its potential as a biomarker for diagnosis and prognosis and its implications in cancer therapy, including radiotherapy and chemotherapy, alongside strategies for systemic delivery.