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BADGE, a synthetic antagonist for PPARγ, prevents steroid-related osteonecrosis in a rabbit model

Na Yuan1, Jia Li2, Meng Li3

  • 1Department of Ultrasonography, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710061, People's Republic of China.

BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
|April 29, 2018
PubMed
Abstract

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Inhibition of PPARγ using BADGE prevented steroid-induced osteonecrosis in rabbits. This treatment improved bone quality, reduced osteonecrosis, and enhanced bone formation, suggesting a potential therapy.

Area of Science:

  • Biomedical research
  • Orthopedics
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Steroid-induced osteonecrosis is a significant clinical challenge.
  • Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARγ) inhibition shows promise as a therapeutic strategy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the preventive effects of PPARγ inhibition on steroid-related osteonecrosis.
  • To evaluate bisphenol a diglycidyl ether (BADGE) as a PPARγ antagonist in a rabbit model.

Main Methods:

  • Rabbits were divided into normal, model, and BADGE-treated groups.
  • Osteonecrosis was induced, and the BADGE group received a PPARγ antagonist for six weeks.
  • Histopathology, micro-computed tomography, and bone histomorphometry were employed.

Main Results:

  • BADGE treatment significantly reduced osteonecrotic changes and bone marrow adiposity.
  • Improved bone quality, increased femoral blood perfusion, and reduced intraosseous pressure were observed.
  • Enhanced bone formation markers (osteocalcin) and reduced bone resorption markers (TRACP) were noted.

Conclusions:

  • Pharmacological inhibition of PPARγ, using BADGE, effectively prevented steroid-related osteonecrosis in rabbits.
  • These findings support PPARγ inhibition as a potential future therapy for this condition.
Keywords:
AdipogenesisOsteogenesisOsteonecrosisPpar γ

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