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Advancements and Obstacles in Stem Cell Treatments for Biological Restoration in Osteonecrosis: Clinical Perspectives

  • By

  • Deliang Cheng

  • Xuehai Ou

  • Jiafeng Long

  • Changming Zheng

  • Shaoyan Shi

  • June 8, 2026

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    Osteonecrosis is a debilitating bone condition characterized by ischemia, leading to joint degeneration and loss of function.

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    Stem cell therapy (SCT) has emerged as a promising treatment, aiming to restore bone integrity through osteogenesis and vascular repair.

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    Current SCT applications utilize mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) from various sources, showing potential in enhancing symptoms and slowing disease progression.

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    Key challenges in SCT include inconsistent cell quality, non-standardized protocols, regulatory hurdles, and limited long-term outcome data.

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    Advancements in understanding the osteonecrotic microenvironment are crucial for optimizing SCT and improving clinical outcomes.

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Stem cell therapies for biological repair in osteonecrosis: advances, challenges, and clinical insights

  • by Deliang Cheng, Xuehai Ou, Jiafeng Long, Changming Zheng, Shaoyan Shi

  • June 8, 2026

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