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Osteoblast-derived WNT16 represses osteoclastogenesis and prevents cortical bone fragility fractures

Osteoblast-derived WNT16 represses osteoclastogenesis and prevents cortical bone fragility fractures

https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_swepub_primary_oai_swepub_ki_se_518307

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London: Nature Publishing Group UK

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A new study shows that Wnt16 inhibits osteoclast formation, suggesting it may be a possible therapeutic option for treating bone fractures in osteoporosis.
The
WNT16
locus is a major determinant of cortical bone thickness and nonvertebral fracture risk in humans. The disability, mortality and costs caused by osteoporosis-induced nonvertebr...

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Osteoblast-derived WNT16 represses osteoclastogenesis and prevents cortical bone fragility fractures

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TN_cdi_swepub_primary_oai_swepub_ki_se_518307

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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_swepub_primary_oai_swepub_ki_se_518307

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1078-8956,1546-170X

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1546-170X

DOI

10.1038/nm.3654