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Last Updated: Nov 18, 2006 - 12:32:53 PM |
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Osteoarthritis
Matrilin-3 gene discovered to prevent onset of osteoarthritis
A gene that is associated with osteoarthritis and skeletal deformities in people has been shown to be responsible for preventing the onset of osteoarthritis in adult mice, according to a recent study led by Rhode Island Hospital. The matrilin-3 gene plays a role in early bone development, controls bone mineral density in adulthood and prevents osteoarthritis later in life.
Jul 24, 2006 - 7:17:00 PM
Latest Research
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Rheumatology
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Arthritis
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Osteoarthritis
The link between meniscal damage and early onset osteoarthritis
This C-shaped tissue has many functions in the knee, including load bearing, shock absorption, and stability enhancement. The onset of knee OA after meniscectomy, the surgical removal of all or part of a torn meniscus, is fairly common and traditionally considered a result of the joint injury that leads to the operation in the first place.
Feb 27, 2006 - 5:49:00 PM
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