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The role of gut microbiota in osteoporosis: underlying mechanisms, clinical associations, and emerging biomaterials

  • By

  • Peng Ha

  • Ziying Wang

  • Guanlin Huo

  • Xiaomin Sun

  • Keqiang Yu

  • May 20, 2026

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    Osteoporosis is a widespread metabolic disorder leading to reduced bone mass and increased fracture risk, significantly impacting global health.

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    The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in bone health by influencing bone homeostasis through mechanisms like microbial metabolite production and immune modulation.

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    Advanced biomaterials, such as modified bone cements and intelligent hydrogels, offer innovative solutions for osteoporosis treatment by enhancing bone repair.

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    Integrating biomaterial engineering with gut microbiota research creates new therapeutic strategies that target both bone reconstruction and gut health.

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    Clinical translation of gut microbiota-modulating biomaterials faces challenges including microbial variability and long-term biocompatibility concerns.

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The role of gut microbiota in osteoporosis: underlying mechanisms, clinical associations, and emerging biomaterials

  • by Peng Ha, Ziying Wang, Guanlin Huo, Xiaomin Sun, Keqiang Yu

  • May 20, 2026

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