Although several studies have declared the role of ZEB1-AS1 in CRC, such as ZEB1-AS1 might promote malignant progression via miR-101/ZEB1 axis 30, promote cell proliferation by regulating miR-181a-5p/Wnt/β-catenin signaling 31 and predict progression and poor prognosis of colorectal cancer 32. The gene discussed is ZEB1; the disease is colorectal carcinoma.