Influence of simvastatin on the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and nitric oxide by activated human chondrocytes. - Concepedia

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Influence of simvastatin on the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and nitric oxide by activated human chondrocytes.

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2008

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Evelyne Dombrecht, J.F. Van Offel, Chris H. Bridts, Didier G. Ebo, V. Seynhaeve, Annemie J. Schuerwegh, W.J. Stevens, Luc S. De Clerck

Abstract

This study demonstrates anti-inflammatory properties of simvastatin in chondrocytes in vitro, suggesting a potential cartilage-protective role for statins in arthritis.