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Shanshan Xue, Yuzheng Zhang, Wenjing Qiao, Qianqian Zhao, Dingjie Guo, Binbin Li, Xue Shen, Lijie Feng, Fengyi Huang, Na Wang, Kemal Sherefa Oumer, Charkos Tesfaye Getachew, Shuman Yang
Summary: The study updated BMD T-score references using the most recent NHANES data, finding significant differences in the percentages of individuals classified as having osteoporosis and low bone mass between the updated and existing guidelines.
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Giovanni Adami, Angelo Fassio, Maurizio Rossini, Camilla Benini, Riccardo Bixio, Denise Rotta, Ombretta Viapiana, Davide Gatti
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Summary: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of osteoporosis after 15 years of reduced cadmium exposure and investigate the association between urinary cadmium (U-Cd) and osteoporosis. The results showed that despite discontinued cadmium exposure for over a decade, the toxic effects on bone continued, especially in women. Increasing levels of U-Cd were correlated with decreasing bone mineral density, with the association between U-Cd and osteoporosis being significant at concentrations of U-Cd >= 10 mu g/g creatinine.
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Summary: Peak bone mass refers to the amount of bone tissue formed when a stable skeletal state is achieved at a young age. It plays a crucial role in the prevention of osteoporosis. Factors such as hormonal levels, body composition, physical activity, nutrition, and heredity influence the level of peak bone mass.
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Briana M. Nosal, Junichi R. Sakaki, Zachary Macdonald, Kyle Mahoney, Kijoon Kim, Matthew Madore, Staci Thornton, Thi Dong Binh Tran, George Weinstock, Elaine Choung-Hee Lee, Ock K. Chun
Summary: This study aimed to examine the dose-dependent effects of blackcurrant supplementation on preventing bone loss in adult women. The results showed that blackcurrant supplementation decreased the loss of whole-body bone mineral density and increased the marker of bone formation, P1NP. Further studies with larger samples and different skeletal conditions are needed to confirm these findings.
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Nipith Charoenngam, Caroline M. Apovian, Chatlert Pongchaiyakul
Summary: This study aims to determine the association of lean mass and fat mass with bone mineral density in Thais. The results show that in men, lean mass index is positively correlated with lumbar spine and femoral neck bone density, while fat mass index is negatively correlated with femoral neck bone density. In women, both lean mass and fat mass index are positively correlated with lumbar spine and femoral neck bone density. These findings indicate a sex-specific influence of fat mass on bone density in Thais.
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Summary: The study revealed distinct lipidomics profiles between LBMD and Ctrl groups, with 322 dysregulated lipid molecules identified, primarily in subclasses such as PC, TG, and PE. These findings offer insights into lipidomics alterations associated with bone remodeling and LBMD, potentially guiding the development of therapeutic targets and nutritional strategies for managing OP.
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Mysoon M. Al-Ansari, Shereen M. Aleidi, Afshan Masood, Eman A. Alnehmi, Mai Abdel Jabar, Maha Almogren, Mohammed Alshaker, Hicham Benabdelkamel, Anas M. Abdel Rahman
Summary: This study investigated sensitive and specific LBMD-associated protein biomarkers in patients diagnosed with ON and OP. The results identified distinctive proteomics profiles between the control, ON, and OP groups, as well as significant dysregulation in a panel of proteins common among the three groups. A comparison of proteins showed differences in their levels between ON and the control group, as well as between ON and OP. These findings provide potential protein biomarkers for further research on bone health and OP progression.
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Summary: Years since the final menstrual period (FMP) is more strongly associated with postmenopausal bone mineral density (BMD) than chronological age, and earlier menopause is associated with more fractures.
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Summary: Certain diseases requiring glucocorticoids are independently associated with an increased risk of fractures. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and neurological diseases are associated with both vertebral and non-vertebral fracture risk, while rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are only associated with non-vertebral fractures.
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Wisam Nabeel Ibrahim, Nadin Younes, Zumin Shi, Marawan Abdelhamid Abu-Madi
Summary: The study found a significant association between high uric acid levels and increased bone density among healthy Qatari adults, even after adjusting for multiple confounding factors. However, the association was attenuated with further adjustments, but still remained significant for individuals with high uric acid levels. Additionally, the association between uric acid and bone mineral density was not significant in non-obese, females, young adults, and smokers.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
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Summary: This study investigated the relationship between dietary patterns and bone health in school-age children in China. The fruit-milk-eggs dietary pattern was positively associated with bone mineral content, while the animal organs-refined cereals pattern was negatively associated with bone mineral content and bone mineral density.
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Jemima E. Schadow, David Maxey, Toby O. Smith, Mikko A. J. Finnila, Sarah L. Manske, Neil A. Segal, Andy Kin On Wong, Rachel A. Davey, Tom Turmezei, Kathryn S. Stok
Summary: This study systematically reviewed the published parameters for assessing subchondral bone in human osteoarthritis using computed tomography. The study identified clinically meaningful parameter categories and emphasized the importance of quantification and standardized measurement methods for improving the evaluation of disease progression.
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Summary: Age- and disuse-related bone loss both lead to decreases in bone mineral density, cortical thickness, and trabecular thickness and connectivity. It is important to experimentally compare these two mechanisms at a structural and transcriptomic level to better understand their similarities and differences. This study compares the effects of hindlimb unloading and aging on bone microarchitecture and gene expression in mice, finding that while both induce similar changes, aging has a greater impact on the transcriptome and tissue level.
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Endocrinology & Metabolism
Masaru Matsuoka, Sho Tsukamoto, Yuta Orihara, Rieko Kawamura, Mai Kuratani, Nobuhiko Haga, Kenji Ikebuchi, Takenobu Katagiri
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Summary: Osteogenesis imperfecta is a hereditary bone disease that weakens bones and increase fracture risk. Current interventions mainly focus on increasing bone mass, but the compromised tissue-level material properties are not addressed. A study found that a RAL analog could reduce fracture risk, but further development is needed for optimal results in patients with osteogenesis imperfecta.
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So Jeong Park, Eunhye Ji, Hyun Ju Yoo, Kyunggon Kim, Sunghwan Ji, Ji Yeon Baek, Jin Young Lee, Hee-Won Jung, Il-Young Jang, Eunju Lee, Namki Hong, Beom-Jun Kim
Summary: The study analyzed the relationship between serum lumican levels and osteosarcopenia in older adults, showing that older adults with osteosarcopenia had lower serum lumican levels. Lower serum lumican levels were associated with reduced bone mass and grip strength, indicating that lumican levels could be used as a biomarker for assessing the risk of osteosarcopenia, osteoporosis, or sarcopenia in older adults.
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Michael B. Chavez, Michelle H. Tan, Tamara N. Kolli, Natalie L. Andras, Brian L. Foster
Summary: This study revealed the complex mechanisms by which disabling BSP functional domains led to profound and distinct changes in cementoblast cell functions, including dysregulated gene expression and reduced mineralization.
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Endocrinology & Metabolism
Chirantap Oza, Anuradha Khadilkar, Pranay Goel, Madhura Karguppikar, Nikhil Shah, Nikhil Lohiya, Shruti Mondkar, Prashant Patil, Hemchand Prasad, Ankita Maheshwari, Dipali Ladkat, Neha Kajale, Chidvilas More, Devarati Khurjekar, Vaman Khadilkar
Summary: This study revealed that BoneXpert (BX) can be used for accurate assessment of bone age and screening of bone health in Indian children and youth with type-1 diabetes (T1D). 51.5% of T1D subjects showed significantly decreased metacarpal index (MCI). Height, Tanner stage, and vitamin D concentrations were positively correlated with MCI, while HbA1c and disease duration were negatively correlated with MCI.
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Endocrinology & Metabolism
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Summary: The ALPL gene variant database serves as an archive for interpreting the clinical significance of ALPL gene variants, facilitating the reclassification of VUS and continuous updates. The project establishes an international expert consortium, providing a multidisciplinary collaboration framework to improve genetic counseling and medical decision-making for HPP patients.
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Endocrinology & Metabolism
Giovanni Adami, Davide Gatti, Maurizio Rossini, Alessandro Giollo, Matteo Gatti, Francesco Bertoldo, Eugenia Bertoldo, Amy S. Mudano, Kenneth G. Saag, Ombretta Viapiana, Angelo Fassio
Summary: Certain diseases requiring glucocorticoids are independently associated with an increased risk of fractures. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and neurological diseases are associated with both vertebral and non-vertebral fracture risk, while rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are only associated with non-vertebral fractures.
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Endocrinology & Metabolism
Frank C. Ko, Rong Xie, Brandon Willis, Zoe G. Herdman, Bryan A. Dulion, Hoomin Lee, Chun-do Oh, Di Chen, D. Rick Sumner
Summary: Intramembranous bone regeneration is important in joint and tooth replacement, but its underlying mechanisms are not well understood. This study found that increased periostin gene expression preceded increases in osteogenic genes during bone regeneration. Using a genetic mouse model, the researchers discovered that cells transiently expressing periostin played a critical role in intramedullary intramembranous bone regeneration.
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Endocrinology & Metabolism
T. Savikangas, T. H. Suominen, M. Alen, T. Rantalainen, S. Sipila
Summary: Regular exercise, especially high-intensity physical activity, can help slow down age-related bone loss and prevent a decline in femoral neck bone mineral density.
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Endocrinology & Metabolism
Mishaela R. Rubin, Ruban Dhaliwal
Summary: The increased risk of fractures observed in adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D) cannot be solely explained by modest decreases in areal bone mineral density (BMD). Accumulation of advanced glycation endproducts (AGEs) in bone has been suggested as a possible cause for the increased bone fragility in diabetes. Although the evidence linking AGEs and fractures in individuals with T1D is limited, recent data show that AGEs, as measured by skin intrinsic fluorescence, are a risk factor for lower BMD in T1D. Further research is needed to determine if there is a causal relationship between fractures and AGEs in T1D. If confirmed, this could lead to interventions that can reduce AGE accumulation and ultimately reduce fractures in T1D patients.
