<i>Prg4</i> and Osteoarthritis: Functions, Regulatory Factors, and Treatment Strategies
Proteoglycan 4 (PRG4), also known as lubricin, plays a critical role in maintaining joint homeostasis by reducing friction between articular cartilage surfaces and preventing cartilage degradation. Its deficiency leads to early-onset osteoarthritis (OA), while overexpression can protect against cart...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2025-03-01
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| Series: | Biomedicines |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9059/13/3/693 |
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