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23-09-2024Cartilage Oligomeric Matrix Protein (COMP) and its Important Functions
Cartilage matrix oligomeric protein (COMP) is an important extracellular matrix glycoprotein (ECM) originally isolated from cartilage but has since been found in a variety of tissues, including tendons, ligaments, and connective tissue. Its main functions involve mediating the...
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06-06-2023Osteoporosis. Symptoms, Causes, Laboratory Tests, Prevention, Treatment
Osteoporosis is a medical condition characterized by a decrease in bone density and strength, resulting in an increased risk of fractures. It is often referred to as a "silent disease" because it progresses slowly and is usually asymptomatic until a fracture occurs. Causes of...
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18-12-2022The role of gut microbiota in gout: Is gut microbiota a potential target for gout treatment
Numerous studies have demonstrated that gut microbiota is essential for the host's health because it regulates the host's metabolism, endocrine, and immune systems. In recent years, increasing evidence has shown that gut microbiota plays a role in the onset and progression of...