7-Dehydrocholesterol attenuates osteoarthritis by synergistically inhibiting oxidative stress, inflammation, and ferroptosis in macrophages

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• The study demonstrates that 7-DHC reduces inflammation and oxidative stress in macrophages, impacting osteoarthritis progression.
• Key evidence shows that 7-DHC inhibits the ROS/MAPK/NF-κB pathway and activates the Nrf2/HO-1 pathway to exert its benefits.
• The approach involves analysis of 7-DHC's action on oxidative damage, inflammation, and ferroptosis in macrophages.
• This highlights the potential of 7-DHC as a therapeutic strategy for osteoarthritis, requiring further clinical evaluation.