Chin Med J (Engl) June 2023 PMID 37192015

Promotion effect of FGF23 on osteopenia in congenital scoliosis through FGFr3/TNAP/OPN pathway.

Hongqi Zhang, Gang Xiang, Jiong Li, Sihan He, Yunjia Wang, Ang Deng, Yuxiang Wang, Chaofeng Guo

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The discussions include supportive comments on the article's findings about FGF23 and bone mineralization, exemplified by phrases like 'critical insight into scoliosis' and 'potential for new treatments.' The tone varies from scientific curiosity to cautious optimism, emphasizing the relevance of the research and its possible influence on future therapies.

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Most discussions acknowledge the significance of FGF23's role in osteopenia and spinal deformities, with some outright supporting the findings and implications.

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Participants demonstrate high curiosity about the mechanisms involved and the potential clinical applications, reflected in their enthusiasm and detailed questions.

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Several posts delve into specific pathways like FGFr3, TNAP, and OPN, indicating active analysis and connection to broader research contexts.

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The discussions suggest that understanding FGF23's influence could lead to impactful advances in treating congenital scoliosis and related bone issues, with some posts highlighting potential therapeutic directions.

Abstract in brief

The study investigates how FGF23 influences osteopenia in congenital scoliosis (CS) by affecting the FGFr3, TNAP, and OPN pathway, revealing that FGF23 overexpression impairs bone mineralization and correlates with spinal deformity severity.
Researchers found decreased DNA methylation but increased FGF23 mRNA levels in CS patients, indicating gene activation, and demonstrated that high FGF23 levels are specific and sensitive markers for CS.
The findings suggest that elevated FGF23 disrupts osteoblast function and mineralization in CS, and modulating FGF23 levels could potentially rescue mineralization defects, highlighting its role in CS-related bone abnormalities.

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FGF23's Role in Osteopenia and Bone Mineralization in Congenital Scoliosis

The study investigates how FGF23 influences osteopenia in congenital scoliosis by affecting the FGFr3, TNAP, and OPN pathway, revealing that FGF23 overexpression impairs bone mineralization and correlates with spinal…

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