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CHAPTER 2: Introduction<br />

Hopefully, future studies may better define the molecular mechanisms <strong>of</strong> GC actions, thus<br />

triggering the discovery <strong>of</strong> new GC formulations providing a better pharmacokinetic pr<strong>of</strong>ile<br />

and fewer adverse effects.<br />

As GCs may be a potential treatment for<br />

OA, the effects <strong>of</strong> prednisolone and<br />

dexamethasone on <strong>bone</strong> and cartilage cells<br />

are investigated in PAPER II<br />

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