Macrophages and Intervertebral Disc Degeneration.
Int J Mol Sci
; 24(2)2023 Jan 10.
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ABSTRACT
The intervertebral disc (IVD) aids in motion and acts to absorb energy transmitted to the spine. With little inherent regenerative capacity, degeneration of the intervertebral disc results in intervertebral disc disease, which contributes to low back pain and significant disability in many individuals. Increasing evidence suggests that IVD degeneration is a disease of the whole joint that is associated with significant inflammation. Moreover, studies show elevated macrophage accumulation within the IVD with increasing levels of disease severity; however, we still need to understand the roles, be they causative or consequential, of macrophages during the degenerative process. In this narrative review, we discuss hallmarks of IVD degeneration, showcase evidence of macrophage involvement during disc degeneration, and explore burgeoning research aimed at understanding the molecular pathways regulating macrophage functions during intervertebral disc degeneration.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Degeneración del Disco Intervertebral
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Disco Intervertebral
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Desplazamiento del Disco Intervertebral
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Int J Mol Sci
Año:
2023
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Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos