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ReviewCurrent issues in molecular biology2024

Genomic Determinants of Knee Joint Biomechanics: An Exploration into the Molecular Basis of Locomotor Function, a Narrative Review.

Georgian-Longin Iacobescu, Loredana Iacobescu, Mihnea Ioan Gabriel Popa, Razvan-Adrian Covache-Busuioc, Antonio-Daniel Corlatescu, Catalin Cirstoiu

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Review in Current issues in molecular biology, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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6 authors.

Georgian-Longin IacobescuOrthopaedics and Traumatology Department, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania.
Loredana IacobescuOrthopaedics and Traumatology Department, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania.
Mihnea Ioan Gabriel PopaOrthopaedics and Traumatology Department, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania.
Razvan-Adrian Covache-BusuiocOrthopaedics and Traumatology Department, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania.
Antonio-Daniel CorlatescuOrthopaedics and Traumatology Department, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania.ORCID 0009-0007-9232-1176
Catalin CirstoiuOrthopaedics and Traumatology Department, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

In recent years, the nexus between genetics and biomechanics has garnered significant attention, elucidating the role of genomic determinants in shaping the biomechanical attributes of human joints, specifically the knee. This review seeks to provide a comprehensive exploration of the molecular basis underlying knee joint locomotor function. Leveraging advancements in genomic sequencing, we identified specific genetic markers and polymorphisms tied to key biomechanical features of the knee, such as ligament elasticity, meniscal resilience, and cartilage health. Particular attention was devoted to collagen genes like COL1A1 and COL5A1 and their influence on ligamentous strength and injury susceptibility. We further investigated the genetic underpinnings of knee osteoarthritis onset and progression, as well as the potential for personalized rehabilitation strategies tailored to an individual's genetic profile. We reviewed the impact of genetic factors on knee biomechanics and highlighted the importance of personalized orthopedic interventions. The results hold significant implications for injury prevention, treatment optimization, and the future of regenerative medicine, targeting not only knee joint health but joint health in general.

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COL1A1COL5A1extracellular matrixknee biomechanicsosteoarthritisproteoglycans

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PMCPMC10888373

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