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ArticleHeliyon2024

Trifolirhizin protects ovariectomy-induced bone loss in mice by inhibiting osteoclast differentiation and bone resorption.

Zihong Lin, Zhigao Zhou, Jiajie Ye, Jinfu Wei, Shaozhe Chen, Wenyun Zhou, Yonghao Bi, Zibin Zhou, Gang Xie, Guixin Yuan and 1 more

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Article in Heliyon, 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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11 authors.

Zihong LinDepartment of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, China.
Zhigao ZhouDepartment of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, China.
Jiajie YeDepartment of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, China.
Jinfu WeiShantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, China.
Shaozhe ChenDepartment of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, China.
Wenyun ZhouDepartment of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, China.
Yonghao BiDepartment of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, China.
Zibin ZhouDepartment of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, China.
Gang XieShantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, China.
Guixin YuanDepartment of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, China.
Guanfeng YaoDepartment of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, China.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: Osteoporosis is a debilitating condition characterized by reduced bone density and microstructure, leading to increased susceptibility to fractures and increased mortality, particularly among older individuals. Despite the availability of drugs for osteoporosis treatment, the need for targeted and innovative agents with fewer adverse effects persists. Trifolirhizin, a natural pterostalin derived from the root of Sophora flavescens, has been previously studied for its effects on certain anticancer and antiinflammatory. The impact of trifolirhizin on the formation and function of osteoclasts remain unclear. Purpose: Herein, the possible roles of trifolirhizin the formation and function of osteoclasts and the underlying mechanism were explored. Methods: Bone marrow-derived macrophages (BMMs) were employed to evaluate the roles of trifolirhizin on steoclastogenesis, bone absorption and the underlying mechanism Results: Trifolirhizin repressed osteoclastogenesis, bone resorption induced by receptor activator of nuclear factor kappa B ligand (RANKL) Conclusion: Trifolirhizin can effectively inhibit osteoclast production and bone resorption activity. The results of our study provide evidence for trifolirhizin as a potential drug for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis and other osteolytic diseases.

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MAPK-NFAT signaling pathwayOsteoclastOsteoclast differentiationOsteoporosisTrifolirhizin

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PMID39130482
PMCPMC11315080

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