Zinc and Cadmium in the Aetiology and Pathogenesis of Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis

Osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are inflammatory articular conditions with different aetiology, but both result in joint damage. The nutritionally essential metal zinc (Zn<sup>2+</sup>) and the non-essential metal cadmium (Cd<sup>2+</sup>) have roles in thes...

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Main Authors: Theoharris Frangos, Wolfgang Maret
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-12-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/1/53