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Circular RNAs (circRNAs), characterized by their covalently bonded single\u2010stranded loop configuration, have been identified as functional regulators across various cancer types. Previous studies have suggested circHECTD1's involvement in tumor processes, but its specific contributions and molecular pathways in CCA progression, particularly regarding autophagy regulation, remain unclear. Experimental data demonstrated significant upregulation of circHECTD1 in CCA cell lines, along with notable stability against RNase\u2010mediated breakdown. From a functional perspective, increased circHECTD1 expression stimulated tumor cell growth, motility, invasive capacity, and autophagy processes, while triggering autophagosome formation. 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