Abstract:Introduction: Chronic inflammation causes articular bone and cartilage degeneration in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Despite recent advancements in the management of RA, adverse side effects and ineffective treatments remain a problem. Access to treatment is hampered by financial restrictions. As a result, medications that reduce inflammation and bone resorption that are both safe and less expensive are required. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have recently been identified as a potential therapy for RA… Show more
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