Interactions between the immune system and bone

The relationship between the immune system, estrogen deficiency and bone loss is an intriguing and, as yet, unexplained challenge of the past two decades. Here we summarize the evidence that links immune cells, inflammation, cytokine production and osteoclast formation and activity with particular r...

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Published in:World journal of orthopedics 2011-03, Vol.2 (3), p.25-30
Main Authors: D'Amelio, Patrizia, Fornelli, Giorgia, Roato, Ilaria, Isaia, Giovanni Carlo
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Language:English
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Summary:The relationship between the immune system, estrogen deficiency and bone loss is an intriguing and, as yet, unexplained challenge of the past two decades. Here we summarize the evidence that links immune cells, inflammation, cytokine production and osteoclast formation and activity with particular regard to humans.
ISSN:2218-5836
2218-5836
DOI:10.5312/wjo.v2.i3.25