Long-term treatment with senolytic drugs Dasatinib and Quercetin ameliorates age-dependent intervertebral disc degeneration in mice
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Dasatinib and Quercetin (D+Q), a senolytic drug combination, effectively slowed age-related disc degeneration in mice when administered before the onset of established degeneration. D+Q reduced senescence markers, mitigated inflammation, and preserved disc matrix composition, indicating its potential as a therapeutic strategy for early- to mid-stage disc degeneration.
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Scientists found that giving two special medicines to old mice helped their backbones from getting worn out. These medicines got rid of tired, old cells and kept their bouncy backbone parts strong.
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This study demonstrates the potential of D+Q as a senolytic treatment for age-related disc degeneration in mice, providing valuable insights for future therapeutic strategies. It showed that D+Q slowed the progression of disc degeneration when started at early or middle age by reducing senescence, mitigating SASP, and preserving extracellular matrix composition and cell phenotype in the discs. However, it has a limited impact on advanced cases, suggesting a critical window for effective intervention.
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