Pathological Mechanisms and Related Markers of Steroid-induced Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head

Overview

Journal Ann Med

Publisher Informa Healthcare

Specialty General Medicine

Date 2024 Nov 12

PMID 39529511

Authors

Longyu Li

Shangkun Zhao

Zikuan Leng

Songfeng Chen

Yifang Shi

Lijun Shi

Jinfeng Li

Keya Mao

Hai Tang

Bin Meng

Yisheng Wang

Guowei Shang

Hongjian Liu

Affiliations

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Abstract

Background: Osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) is a refractory orthopedic disease with a high disability rate. Long-term administration of steroids is the most common pathogenic factor for non-traumatic ONFH. Early diagnosis of steroid-induced osteonecrosis of the femoral head (SONFH) is difficult and mainly depends on imaging.

Objectives: The objectives of this review were to examine the pathological mechanisms of SONFH, summarize related markers of SONFH, and identify areas for future studies.

Methods: We reviewed studies on pathological mechanisms and related markers of SONFH and discussed the relationship between them, as well as clinical applications and the outlook of potential markers.

Results: The pathological mechanisms of SONFH included decreased osteogenesis, lipid accumulation, increased intraosseous pressure, and microcirculation disruption. Differential proteomics and genomics play crucial roles in the occurrence, progression, and outcome of SONFH, providing novel insights into SONFH. Additionally, the biological functions of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and exosomes (Exos) in SONFH have attracted increasing attention.

Conclusions: The pathological mechanisms of SONFH are complex. The related markers mentioned in the current review can predict the occurrence and progression of SONFH, which will help provide effective early clinical prevention and treatment strategies for SONFH.

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