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Xu D, Yuan L, Meng F, Lu D, Che M, Yang Y, Liu W, Nan Y. Research progress on antitumor effects of sea buckthorn, a traditional Chinese medicine homologous to food and medicine. Front Nutr 2024; 11:1430768. [PMID: 39045282 PMCID: PMC11263281 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2024.1430768] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2024] [Accepted: 06/20/2024] [Indexed: 07/25/2024] Open
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Sea buckthorn (Hippophae Fructus), as a homologous species of medicine and food, is widely used by Mongolians and Tibetans for its anti-tumor, antioxidant and liver-protecting properties. In this review, the excellent anti-tumor effect of sea buckthorn was first found through network pharmacology, and its active components such as isorhamnetin, quercetin, gallic acid and protocatechuic acid were found to have significant anti-tumor effects. The research progress and application prospect of sea buckthorn and its active components in anti-tumor types, mechanism of action, liver protection, anti-radiation and toxicology were reviewed, providing theoretical basis for the development of sea buckthorn products in the field of anti-tumor research and clinical application.
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- Duojie Xu
- Traditional Chinese Medicine College, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
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- Traditional Chinese Medicine College, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
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- Traditional Chinese Medicine College, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
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- Traditional Chinese Medicine College, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
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- Key Laboratory of Ningxia Minority Medicine Modernization Ministry of Education, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
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- Traditional Chinese Medicine College, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
- Key Laboratory of Ningxia Minority Medicine Modernization Ministry of Education, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
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Hu S, Han X, Liu G, Wang S. LncRNAs as potential prognosis/diagnosis markers and factors driving drug resistance of osteosarcoma, a review. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2024; 15:1415722. [PMID: 39015175 PMCID: PMC11249743 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2024.1415722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2024] [Accepted: 06/17/2024] [Indexed: 07/18/2024] Open
Abstract
Osteosarcoma is a common malignancy that often occurs in children, teenagers and young adults. Although the treatment strategy has improved, the results are still poor for most patients with metastatic or recurrent osteosarcomas. Therefore, it is necessary to identify new and effective prognostic biomarkers and therapeutic targets for diseases. Human genomes contain lncRNAs, transcripts with limited or insufficient capacity to encode proteins. They have been implicated in tumorigenesis, particularly regarding the onset, advancement, resistance to treatment, recurrence and remote dissemination of malignancies. Aberrant lncRNA expression in osteosarcomas has been reported by numerous researchers; lncRNAs have the potential to exhibit either oncogenic or tumor-suppressing behaviors and thus, to govern the advancement of this skeletal cancer. They are suspected to influence osteosarcoma cell growth, replication, invasion, migration, remote dissemination and programmed cell death. Additionally, they have been recognized as clinical markers, and may participate in the development of multidrug resistance. Therefore, the study of lncRNAs in the growth, metastasis, treatment and prognosis of osteosarcoma is very important for the active prevention and treatment of osteosarcoma. Consequently, this work reviews the functions of lncRNAs.
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- Siwang Hu
- The Orthopedic Center, Wenling First People’s Hospital (The Affiliated Wenling Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University), Wenling, China
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- Hunan Provincial Engineering Research Center of Applied Microbial Resources Development for Livestock and Poultry, College of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, China
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- Hunan Provincial Engineering Research Center of Applied Microbial Resources Development for Livestock and Poultry, College of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Wenling First People’s Hospital (The Affiliated Wenling Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University), Wenling, China
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Saikia L, Gogoi B, Sen S, Tonk RK, Kumar D, Dutta PP. The recent update and advancements of natural products in targeting the Wnt/β-Catenin pathway for cancer prevention and therapeutics. Med Oncol 2024; 41:164. [PMID: 38816663 DOI: 10.1007/s12032-024-02387-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 04/19/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024]
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The Wnt/β-Catenin pathway (Wnt/β-CatP) is implicated in accelerating carcinogenesis and cancer progression, contributing to increased morbidity and treatment resistance. Even though it holds promise as a focus for cancer treatment, its intricate nature and diverse physiological effects pose significant challenges. Recent years have witnessed significant advancements in this domain, with numerous natural products demonstrating promising preclinical anti-tumor effects and identified as inhibitors of the Wnt/β-CatP through various upstream and downstream mechanisms. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the current landscape of Wnt/β-Cat-targeted cancer therapy, examining the impact of natural products on Wnt/β-Cat signaling in both cancer prevention and therapeutic contexts. A comprehensive search was conducted on scientific databases like SciFinder, PubMed, and Google Scholar to retrieve relevant literature on Wnt-signaling, natural products, β-Catenin (β-Cat), and cancer from 2020 to January 2024. As per the analysis of the relevant reference within the specified period, it has been noted that a total of 58 phytoconstituents, predominantly phenolics, followed by triterpenoids and several other classes, along with a limited number of plant extracts, have exhibited activity targeting the Wnt/β-CatP. Most β-Cat regulating modulators restrict cancer cell development by suppressing β-Cat expression, facilitating proteasomal degradation, and inhibiting nuclear translocation. Multiple approaches have been devised to block the activity of β-Cat in cancer therapy, a key factor in cancer progression, leading to the discovery of various Wnt/β-CatP regulators. However, their exploration remains limited, necessitating further research using clinical models for potential clinical use in cancer prevention and therapeutics.
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- Lunasmrita Saikia
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Assam Down Town University, Guwahati, Assam, 781026, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, The Assam Royal Global University, Guwahati, Assam, 781035, India
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Assam Down Town University, Guwahati, Assam, 781026, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University, New Delhi, 110017, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, 173229, India.
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Assam Down Town University, Guwahati, Assam, 781026, India.
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Liu L, Guo J, Tong X, Zhang M, Chen X, Huang M, Zhu C, Bennett S, Xu J, Zou J. Mechanical strain regulates osteogenesis via Antxr1/LncRNA H19/Wnt/β-catenin axis. J Cell Physiol 2024; 239:e31214. [PMID: 38358001 DOI: 10.1002/jcp.31214] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2023] [Revised: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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Alleviating bone loss is an essential way to prevent osteoporotic fractures. Proper exercise improves bone density without the side effects of long-term medications, but the mechanism is unclear. Our study explored the role of Antxr1/LncRNA H19/Wnt/β-catenin axis in the process of exercise-mediated alleviation of bone loss. Here we discovered that moderate-intensity treadmill exercise alleviates bone loss caused by ovariectomy and ameliorates bone strength accompanied by an increased lncRNA H19 expression. Concomitantly, Antxr1, a mechanosensitive protein was found downregulated by exercise but upregulated by ovariectomy. Interestingly, knockdown expression of Antxr1 increased lncRNA H19 expression and Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway in bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells, whereas overexpression of Antxr1 decreased lncRNA H19 expression and Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. Hence, our study demonstrates the regulation of Antxr1/LncRNA H19/Wnt/β-catenin axis in the process of mechanical strain-induced osteogenic differentiation, which provides further mechanistic insight into the role of mechanical regulation in bone metabolism.
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- Lifei Liu
- School of Exercise and Health, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
- Department of Rehabilitation, The People's Hospital of Liaoning Province, Shenyang, China
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- School of Exercise and Health, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Exercise and Health, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
- College of Physical Education, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, China
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- School of Exercise and Health, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
- College of Physical Education, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, China
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- School of Sports Science, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- School of Exercise and Health, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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- School of Exercise and Health, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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- School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Western Australia, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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- School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Western Australia, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
- Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, China
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- School of Exercise and Health, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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Xie J, Wang H, Xie W, Liu Y, Chen Y. Gallic acid promotes ferroptosis in hepatocellular carcinoma via inactivating Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. NAUNYN-SCHMIEDEBERG'S ARCHIVES OF PHARMACOLOGY 2024; 397:2437-2445. [PMID: 37847411 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-023-02770-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/03/2023] [Indexed: 10/18/2023]
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Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) has high morbidity and mortality, and effective therapies are lacking. Gallic acid (GA), a natural phenolic compound derived from plants, has been reported to prevent the onset and progression of various cancers. However, there is limited elaboration on the potential mechanisms and anticancer effects of GA on hepatocellular carcinoma. Inducing ferroptosis of tumor cells has become one of the most promising ways to eradicate tumor cells. However, the effect of GA on HCC ferroptosis remains unknown. We evaluated the impact of GA on cell viability, migration, and mitochondrial morphology in HepG2 cells. Our study identified a critical role of GA in inducing ferroptosis in HepG2 cells. Mechanistically, we found that GA could inhibit the expression of a ferroptosis-related protein SLC7A11 and GPX4 in HepG2, by blocking β-catenin transport from nuclear to the cytoplasm, thus inducing the inactivation of the Wnt/β-catenin pathway. Our study has confirmed that GA is a novel ferroptosis inducer of HC, suggesting GA could be a promising candidate for the clinical treatment of HCC.
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- Jingyi Xie
- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, 410208, Hunan, China
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- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, 410208, Hunan, China
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- School of Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, 410208, Hunan, China
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- School of Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, 410208, Hunan, China.
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- School of Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, 410208, Hunan, China.
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Chen Y, Gan W, Cheng Z, Zhang A, Shi P, Zhang Y. Plant molecules reinforce bone repair: Novel insights into phenol-modified bone tissue engineering scaffolds for the treatment of bone defects. Mater Today Bio 2024; 24:100920. [PMID: 38226013 PMCID: PMC10788623 DOI: 10.1016/j.mtbio.2023.100920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 12/11/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/17/2024] Open
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Bone defects have become a major cause of disability and death. To overcome the limitations of natural bone implants, including donor shortages and immune rejection risks, bone tissue engineering (BTE) scaffolds have emerged as a promising therapy for bone defects. Despite possessing good biocompatibility, these metal, ceramic and polymer-based scaffolds are still challenged by the harsh conditions in bone defect sites. ROS accumulation, bacterial infection, excessive inflammation, compromised blood supply deficiency and tumor recurrence negatively impact bone tissue cells (BTCs) and hinder the osteointegration of BTE scaffolds. Phenolic compounds, derived from plants and fruits, have gained growing application in treating inflammatory, infectious and aging-related diseases due to their antioxidant ability conferred by phenolic hydroxyl groups. The prevalent interactions between phenols and functional groups also facilitate their utilization in fabricating scaffolds. Consequently, phenols are increasingly incorporated into BTE scaffolds to boost therapeutic efficacy in bone defect. This review demonstrated the effects of phenols on BTCs and bone defect microenvironment, summarized the intrinsic mechanisms, presented the advances in phenol-modified BTE scaffolds and analyzed their potential risks in practical applications. Overall, phenol-modified BTE scaffolds hold great potential for repairing bone defects, offering novel patterns for BTE scaffold construction and advancing traumatological medicine.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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Pham TH, Kim EN, Trang NM, Jeong GS. Gallic acid induces osteoblast differentiation and alleviates inflammatory response through GPR35/GSK3β/β-catenin signaling pathway in human periodontal ligament cells. J Periodontal Res 2024; 59:204-219. [PMID: 37957813 DOI: 10.1111/jre.13208] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2023] [Revised: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE Gallic acid (GA) possesses various beneficial functions including antioxidant, anticancer, anti-inflammatory as well as inhibiting osteoclastogeneis. However, effects on osteogenic differentiation, especially in human ligament periodontal (hPDL) cells, remain unclear. Thus, the aim of this study was to evaluate the function of GA on osteogenesis and anti-inflammation in hPDL cells and to explore the involved underlying mechanism. METHODS Porphyromonas gingivalis lipopolysaccharide (Pg-LPS) treatment was used as a model for periodontitis. ROS production was determined by H2DCFDA staining. Trans-well and wound healing assays were performed for checking the migration effect of GA. Alizarin red and alkaline phosphatase activity (ALP) assays were performed to evaluate osteogenic differentiation. Osteogenesis and inflammatory-related genes and proteins were measured by real-time PCR and western blot. RESULTS Our results showed that GA-treated hPDL cells had higher proliferation and migration effect. GA inhibited ROS production-induced by Pg-LPS. Besides, GA abolished Pg-LPS-induced inflammation cytokines (il-6, il-1β) and inflammasome targets (Caspase-1, NLRP3). In addition, GA promoted ALP activity and mineralization in hPDL cells, lead to enhance osteoblast differentiation process. The effect of GA is related to G-protein-coupled receptor 35 (GPR35)/GSK3β/β-catenin signaling pathway. CONCLUSION GA attenuated Pg-LPS-induced inflammatory responses and periodontitis in hPDL cells. Taken together, GA may be targeted for therapeutic interventions in periodontal diseases.
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- Thi Hoa Pham
- College of Pharmacy, Chungnam National University, Daejeon, Republic of Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Chungnam National University, Daejeon, Republic of Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Chungnam National University, Daejeon, Republic of Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Chungnam National University, Daejeon, Republic of Korea
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Hong R, Lim SC, Lee TB, Han SI. Anticancer Effect of Gallic Acid on Acidity-Induced Invasion of MCF7 Breast Cancer Cells. Nutrients 2023; 15:3596. [PMID: 37630786 PMCID: PMC10458441 DOI: 10.3390/nu15163596] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Revised: 08/14/2023] [Accepted: 08/15/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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The acidic tumor environment has emerged as a crucial factor influencing the metastatic potential of cancer. We investigated the effect of an acidic environment on the acquisition of metastatic properties in MCF7 breast cancer cells and explored the inhibitory effects of gallic acid. Prolonged exposure to acidic culture conditions (over 12 weeks at pH 6.4) induced the acquisition of migratory and invasive properties in MCF7 cells, accompanied by increased expression of Matrix Metalloproteinase 2 and 9 (MMP2 and MMP9, respectively), together with alterations in E-cadherin, vimentin, and epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition markers. Gallic acid effectively inhibited the survival of acidity-adapted MCF7 (MCF7-6.4/12w) cells at high concentrations (>30 μM) and reduced metastatic characteristics induced by acidic conditions at low concentration ranges (5-20 μM). Moreover, gallic acid suppressed the PI3K/Akt pathway and the nuclear accumulation of β-catenin, which were elevated in MCF7-6.4/12w cells. These findings highlight the potential of gallic acid as a promising therapeutic agent for metastatic traits in breast cancer cells under acidic conditions.
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- Ran Hong
- Department of Pathology, College of Medicine, Chosun University, Gwangju 61452, Republic of Korea; (R.H.); (S.-C.L.)
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- Department of Pathology, College of Medicine, Chosun University, Gwangju 61452, Republic of Korea; (R.H.); (S.-C.L.)
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- Division of Premedical Science, College of Medicine, Chosun University, Gwangju 61452, Republic of Korea;
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- Division of Premedical Science, College of Medicine, Chosun University, Gwangju 61452, Republic of Korea;
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Sun H, Li B. Addressing musculoskeletal diseases by exploring the potentials of stem cells and plant-derived chemicals. J Orthop Translat 2023; 39:A1-A2. [PMID: 37187999 PMCID: PMC10175703 DOI: 10.1016/j.jot.2023.04.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/17/2023] Open
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- Heng Sun
- Orthopaedic Institute, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, School of Biology and Basic Medical Sciences, Suzhou Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Orthopaedic Institute, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, School of Biology and Basic Medical Sciences, Suzhou Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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