The involvement of signaling pathways in the pathogenesis of osteoarthritis: An update
Antonietta Fazio1, Alberto Di Martino1,2, Matteo Brunello2
1Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences, University of Bologna, 40126, Bologna, Italy.
Abstract:
Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common disabling pathologies, characterized by joint pain and reduced function, significantly worsening the quality of life. Even if important progresses have been made in OA research, little is yet known about the precise cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying OA. Understanding dysregulated signaling networks and their crosstalk in OA may offer a strong opportunity for the development of combined targeted therapies. Hence, this review highlights the recent findings on the main pathways involved in OA development, including Wnt, Notch, Hedgehog, MAPK, AMPK, and JAK/STAT, providing insights on current targeted therapies in OA patients' management.
The Translational Potential Of This Article:
The identification of key signaling pathways involved in OA development and the investigation of their signaling crosstalk could pave the way for more effective treatments and improved management of OA patients in the future.
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