Chronic Recurrent Multifocal Osteomyelitis (CRMO): Presentation, Pathogenesis, and Treatment
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Abstract
Purpose of Review: Chronic non-bacterial osteomyelitis (CNO) with its most severe form chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis (CRMO) is an autoinflammatory bone disorder. We summarize the clinical presentation, diagnostic approaches, most recent advances in understanding the pathophysiology, and available treatment options and outcomes in CNO/CRMO. Recent Findings: Though the exact molecular pathophysiology of CNO/CRMO remains somewhat elusive, it appears likely that variable defects in the TLR4/MAPK/inflammasome signaling cascade result in an imbalance between pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokine expressions in monocytes from CNO/CRMO patients. In this context, we present previously unpublished data on cytokine and chemokine expression in monocytes and tissues. Summary: CNO/CRMO is an autoinflammatory bone disorder resulting from imbalanced cytokine expression from innate immune cells. Though the exact molecular pathophysiology remains unclear, variable molecular defects appear to result in inflammasome activation and pro-inflammatory cytokine expression in monocytes from CNO/CRMO patients. Recent advances suggest signaling pathways and single molecules as biomarkers for CNO/CRMO as well as future treatment targets.
Details
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 542-554 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Current osteoporosis reports |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 6 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Dec 2017 |
Peer-reviewed | Yes |
External IDs
PubMed | 29080202 |
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Keywords
Sustainable Development Goals
ASJC Scopus subject areas
Keywords
- Biomarkers, Bone, Chronic non-bacterial osteomyelitis, Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis, CNO, CRMO, Cytokine, Inflammation, Treatment