Biomedicines,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
11(10), P. 2790 - 2790
Published: Oct. 14, 2023
Osteoarthritis
(OA),
a
chronic
degenerative
joint
disease,
is
the
most
common
form
of
arthritis.
OA
occurs
when
protective
cartilage
that
cushions
ends
bones
gradually
breaks
down.
This
leads
to
rubbing
against
each
other,
resulting
in
pain
and
stiffness.
Cyclic
phosphatidic
acid
(cPA)
shows
promise
as
treatment
for
OA.
In
this
article,
we
review
recent
findings
regarding
biological
functions
cPA
signaling
mammalian
systems,
specifically
relation
naturally
occurring
phospholipid
mediator
with
unique
cyclic
phosphate
rings
at
sn-2
sn-3
positions
glycerol
backbone.
promotes
various
responses,
including
cell
proliferation,
migration,
survival.
possesses
physiological
activities
are
distinct
from
those
elicited
by
lysophosphatidic
acid;
however,
its
biochemical
origin
has
rarely
been
studied.
Although
there
currently
no
cure
OA,
advances
medical
research
may
lead
new
therapies
or
strategies
future,
potential
therapeutic
applications.
Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
26(4)
Published: Aug. 25, 2023
Knee
osteoarthritis
(KOA)
is
a
common
chronic
articular
disease
worldwide.
It
also
the
most
form
of
OA
and
characterized
by
high
morbidity
disability
rates.
With
gradual
increase
in
life
expectancy
ageing
population,
KOA
not
only
affects
quality
patients,
but
poses
burden
on
global
public
health.
unknown
etiology
complex
pathogenesis.
commonly
joints
subjected
to
greater
loads
higher
levels
activity.
The
knee
joint,
which
joint
human
body
bears
greatest
load
among
all
joints,
therefore
susceptible
development
OA.
lesions
may
involve
cartilage,
synovium,
capsule
periarticular
muscles,
causing
irreversible
damage.
Factors
such
as
mechanical
overload,
inflammation,
metabolism,
hormonal
changes
serve
key
roles
acceleration
progression.
clinical
diagnosis
primarily
based
combined
analysis
symptoms,
signs,
imaging
laboratory
examination
results.
At
present,
there
no
cure
for
currently
available
therapies
focus
symptomatic
treatment
delay
replacement
surgery
typically
performed
patients
with
advanced
disease.
current
study
presents
review
epidemiological
characteristics,
risk
factors,
histopathological
manifestations,
pathogenesis,
diagnosis,
modalities
progress
research.
Healthcare,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
13(2), P. 113 - 113
Published: Jan. 9, 2025
Aims:
Intra-articular
(IA)
injection
therapy,
particularly
IA
hyaluronic
acid
(HA),
is
a
common
treatment
for
knee
osteoarthritis,
but
it
does
have
limitations.
The
of
polynucleotide
(PN)
has
emerged
as
an
alternative,
potentially
offering
superior
clinical
outcomes.
This
study
investigates
current
practice
patterns
and
the
perceived
effectiveness
PN
among
clinicians
treating
osteoarthritis
in
Republic
Korea.
Methods:
Based
on
survey
conducted
who
use
practice,
we
explored
practices
assessed
osteoarthritis.
Results:
A
total
265
used
participated
survey.
Most
(73.3%)
therapy
chronic
pain,
with
varying
administration
frequencies.
In
addition,
25.8%
acute
flare-ups.
cases
effusion,
55.5%
removed
effusion
prior
to
administering
PN.
Clinicians
rated
more
effective
than
HA
both
pain
flare-ups,
higher
scores
cushioning,
anti-inflammatory
effects,
delaying
joint
degeneration.
stated
that
patients
expressed
satisfaction
compared
HA,
noting
improvement
smoothness,
noise
reduction,
relief,
reduction
heat
sensation
swelling.
Conclusions:
results
present
highlight
extensive
benefits
Further
research
warranted
explore
flare-ups
validate
these
findings
broader
populations.
Biomolecules,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(1), P. 148 - 148
Published: Jan. 19, 2025
Polydeoxyribonucleotides
(PDRNs)
and
polynucleotides
(PNs)
are
similar
DNA-derived
biopolymers
that
have
garnered
significant
scientific
attention
since
the
1990s
for
their
potential
applications
in
wound
healing
skin
rejuvenation.
These
exhibit
a
broad
molecular
weight
(MW)
range,
typically
spanning
from
50
to
1500
kDa.
However,
recent
studies
expanded
this
range
encompass
fragments
as
small
1
kDa
large
10,000
Clinically,
PDRN/PN
formulations,
commercially
available
various
galenic
forms
(gels,
creams,
serums,
masks,
injectables),
demonstrated
promising
effects
significantly
promoting
regeneration,
reducing
inflammation,
improving
texture,
preventing
scar
formation,
mitigating
wrinkles.
Importantly,
despite
widespread
use
cosmetology
aesthetic
dermatology,
interchangeable
of
terms
“PDRN”
“PN”
literature
(to
describe
polymers
varying
lengths)
has
led
considerable
confusion
within
medical
communities.
To
specifically
address
ambiguity,
narrative
review
proposes
standardized
structure-based
nomenclature
these
polymers,
“Marques
Polynucleotide
Cutoff”,
set
at
Thus,
we
propose
term
should
be
exclusively
reserved
small-
medium-chain
(MW
<
kDa),
while
used
denote
longer-chain
≥
kDa).
In
broader
perspective,
classification
is
based
on
distinct
physicochemical
properties
therapeutic
DNA
MWs,
which
comprehensively
discussed
present
review.
British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
62(9), P. 807 - 812
Published: July 20, 2024
IntroductionJoint
visco-supplementation
is
an
effective
therapeutic
approach
against
signs
and
symptoms
of
osteoarthrosic/arthritic
degeneration
mandibular
condyle.
Supplements
choice
are
usually
delivered
inside
TMJs
through
intra-articular
infiltrations.
The
present
study
aims
to
assess
the
clinical
effectiveness
peri-capsular
injections
polinucleotides
(PN)
hyaluronic
acid
(HA).Materials
methods60
patients
suffering
from
TMJ
osteoarthrosis
were
recruited
divided
in
2
groups
(test
group:
n=30,
injections;
control
self-delivered
physiotherapeutic
exercises).
For
each
patient,
maximum
opening,
right
left
lateral
excursion
VAS
recorded
at
4
different
timepoints
by
a
blinded
investigator.
Paired
Student's
t-test
was
used
compare
consecutive
measurements
parameters
evaluated
within
groups.
Unpaired
student's
for
between-group
comparisons.ResultsAll
investigated
displayed
progressive
improvement
both
groups,
which
more
accentuated
test
group.
decrease
score
differed
significantly
between
(p<0.0001);
opening
showed
continuous
increase
baseline
(37.70±8.33
mm)
T3
(39.68±7.64
mm),
reflecting
improvement,
but
it
not
statistically
significant
(P=0.089
respect
T0).ConclusionPN
HA
represent
minimally
invasive
treatment
option
reducing
pain
improving
kinematic.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
25(23), P. 12911 - 12911
Published: Nov. 30, 2024
Cartilage
degeneration
is
a
key
feature
of
aging
and
osteoarthritis,
characterized
by
the
progressive
deterioration
joint
function,
pain,
limited
mobility.
Current
treatments
focus
on
symptom
relief,
not
cartilage
regeneration.
Mesenchymal
stromal
cells
(MSCs)
offer
promising
therapeutic
option
due
to
their
capability
differentiate
into
chondrocytes,
modulate
inflammation,
promote
tissue
This
review
explores
potential
MSCs
for
regeneration,
examining
biological
properties,
action
mechanisms,
applications
in
preclinical
clinical
settings.
derived
from
bone
marrow,
adipose
tissue,
other
sources
can
self-renew
multiple
cell
types.
In
cartilage,
they
aid
regeneration
secreting
growth
factors
cytokines
that
enhance
repair
immune
responses.
Recent
studies
show
restore
integrity,
reduce
improve
although
translation
remains
challenging
limitations
such
as
viability,
scalability,
regulatory
concerns.
Advancements
MSC
delivery,
including
scaffold-based
approaches
engineered
exosomes,
may
effectiveness.
Potential
risks,
tumorigenicity
rejection,
are
also
discussed,
emphasizing
need
optimized
treatment
protocols
large-scale
trials
develop
effective,
minimally
invasive
therapies
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
14(2), P. 98 - 126
Published: April 2, 2025
The
study
on
polynucleotide
efficacy
in
skin
rejuvenation,
alongside
the
review
of
regulatory
status
and
guidelines
within
UK,
delineates
a
progressive
outlook
this
emerging
therapeutic
modality
aesthetic
medicine.
Polynucleotides
have
demonstrated
notable
enhancing
hydration,
elasticity,
overall
dermal
health,
primarily
through
mechanisms
that
promote
cellular
repair
collagen
synthesis.
This
systematic
synthesises
findings
from
various
clinical
studies
to
elucidate
significant
potentials
polynucleotides,
revealing
their
capacity
improve
texture
integrity,
which
are
critical
rejuvenation
aging
skin.
Further,
highlights
gap
framework
governing
use
polynucleotides
United
Kingdom.