In vitro evaluation of osteoprotegerin in chitosan for potential bone defect applications

Background The receptor activator of nuclear factor kappa-B (RANK)/RANK ligand/osteoprotegerin (OPG) system plays a critical role in bone remodelling by regulating osteoclast formation and activity. OPG has been used systemically in the treatment of bone diseases. In searching for more effective and...

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Main Authors: Soher Nagi Jayash, Najihah M. Hashim, Misni Misran, NA Baharuddin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PeerJ Inc. 2016-08-01
Series:PeerJ
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Online Access:https://peerj.com/articles/2229.pdf