Heterozgyous spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita (sedc/+) mice expressing a missense mutation in col2a1 exhibit a normal skeletal morphology but early-onset osteoarthritis (OA). We have recently… (More)
BACKGROUND
The cause of progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is largely unknown. Based on evidence for impaired mitochondrial activity in PSP, we hypothesized that the disease may be related to… (More)
BACKGROUND
Lung cancer screening programs may provide opportunities to reduce smoking rates among participants. This study evaluates the impact of lung cancer screening results on smoking cessation.… (More)
BACKGROUND
Anti-inflammatory drug use, particularly ibuprofen, has been associated with a lower risk of Parkinson's disease. Microglial activation and inflammatory cytokine expression have been shown… (More)
INTRODUCTION
The pathophysiology of both PD and PSP is characterized by a pro-oxidant state. Uric acid is an oxidative stress marker. High uric acid blood levels have been associated with a reduced… (More)