Targets, models and challenges in osteoarthritis research

Osteoarthritis is a chronic degenerative disorder of the joint and represents one of the most common diseases worldwide. Its prevalence and severity are increasing owing to aging of the population, but treatment options remain largely limited to painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs, which only pr...

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Main Authors: Sarah Thysen, Frank P. Luyten, Rik J. U. Lories
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Company of Biologists 2015-01-01
Series:Disease Models & Mechanisms
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Online Access:http://dmm.biologists.org/content/8/1/17