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ReviewAnnals of joint2024

Connexin 43 in the function and homeostasis of osteocytes: a narrative review.

Liang Ma, Wenzhao Wang, Guixuan Xu, Hao Li, Fei Liu, Huarong Shao, Xiuhua Zhang, Yuxia Ma, Gang Li, Hui Li and 2 more

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Review in Annals of joint, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

1 citing paper in PubMed, 5 citations in OpenAlex.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

12 authors at 6 institutions in 1 country.

Liang Ma *Department of Orthopedics, Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China.
Wenzhao Wang *Department of Orthopedics, Qilu Hospital, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, China.
Guixuan Xu *Department of Pathology and Medical Research Center, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China.
Hao LiDepartment of Joint Surgery, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopedics and Traumatology, First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China.
Fei LiuPost-doctoral Scientific Research Workstation, Shandong Academy of Pharmaceutical Science, Jinan, China.
Huarong ShaoPost-doctoral Scientific Research Workstation, Shandong Academy of Pharmaceutical Science, Jinan, China.
Xiuhua ZhangPost-doctoral Scientific Research Workstation, Shandong Academy of Pharmaceutical Science, Jinan, China.
Yuxia MaPost-doctoral Station of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China.
Gang LiDepartment of Orthopedics, Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China.
Hui LiDepartment of Operating Room, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China.
Shuzhong GaoPost-doctoral Station of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China.
Peixue LingPost-doctoral Scientific Research Workstation, Shandong Academy of Pharmaceutical Science, Jinan, China.
Shandong Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences · CNShandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine · CNCapital Medical University · CNQilu Hospital of Shandong University · CNSun Yat-sen University · CNThe First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University · CN

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background and Objective: Connexin 43 (Cx43) is the main gap junction (GJ) protein and hemichannel protein in bone tissue. It is involved in the formation of hemichannels and GJs and establishes channels that can communicate directly to exchange substances and signals, affecting the structure and function of osteocytes. CX43 is very important for the normal development of bone tissue and the establishment and balance of bone reconstruction. However, the molecular mechanisms by which CX43 regulates osteoblast function and homeostasis have been less well studied, and this article provides a review of research in this area. Methods: We searched the PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science databases for studies published up to June 2023 using the keywords Connexin 43/Cx43 and Osteocytes. Screening of literatures according to inclusion and exclusion guidelines and summarized the results. Key Content and Findings: Osteocytes, osteoblasts, and osteoclasts all express Cx43 and form an overall network through the interaction between GJs. Cx43 is not only involved in the mechanical response of bone tissue but also in the regulation of signal transduction, which could provide new molecular markers and novel targets for the treatment of certain bone diseases. Conclusions: Cx43 is expressed in osteoblasts, osteoclasts, and osteoclasts and plays an important role in regulating the function, signal transduction, and mechanotransduction of osteocytes. This review offers a new contribution to the literature by summarizing the relationship between Cx43, a key protein of bone tissue, and osteoblasts.

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Connexin 43 (Cx43)mechanical stimulationOsteocytessignal transduction

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PMID38529291
PMCPMC10929443
OpenAlexW4391036651

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