Proinflammatory cytokines and lipopolysaccharides up regulate MMP-3 and MMP-13 production in Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) chondrocytes: Attenuation by anti-arthritic agents

• Main Authors: Nutnicha Sirikaew, Siriwadee Chomdej, Siriwan Tangyuenyong, Weerapongse Tangjitjaroen, Chaleamchat Somgird, Chatchote Thitaram, Siriwan Ongchai
• Format: Journal
• Published: 2020
• Subjects: Veterinary
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?partnerID=HzOxMe3b&scp=85075537241&origin=inward; http://cmuir.cmu.ac.th/jspui/handle/6653943832/68111
• Institution: Chiang Mai University

© 2019 The Author(s). Background: Osteoarthritis (OA), the most common form of arthritic disease, results from destruction of joint cartilage and underlying bone. It affects animals, including Asian elephants (Elephas maximus) in captivity, leading to joint pain and lameness. However, publications r...