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ReviewArchives of osteoporosis2025

Role of denosumab in lipid metabolism disorders: clinical significance and potential mechanisms.

Yuan Lou, Huan Chen, Sijia Fei, Xinda Chen, Lixin Guo, Qi Pan

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Review in Archives of osteoporosis, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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6 authors.

Yuan LouDepartment of Endocrinology Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100000, China.
Huan ChenDepartment of Endocrinology Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100000, China.
Sijia FeiDepartment of Endocrinology Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100000, China.
Xinda ChenDepartment of Endocrinology, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Beijing, 100000, China.
Lixin GuoDepartment of Endocrinology Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100000, China. glx1218@163.com.
Qi PanDepartment of Endocrinology Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100000, China. panqi621@126.com.

Funding

Capital Health Development Research Special Project 2024-1-4053
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purposeLipid metabolism disorders, characterized by abnormal blood lipid levels, are central to the pathogenesis of obesity, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and atherosclerosis. These conditions increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases (CVD), and stroke, highlighting the need for novel therapeutic approaches. Emerging evidence suggests a complex interplay between bone and lipid metabolism, with RANKL playing a key role. This review explores the potential of denosumab, a RANKL-targeting monoclonal antibody, in modulating lipid metabolism and its broader metabolic implications.

methodsWe conducted a comprehensive literature review to analyze the molecular mechanisms by which denosumab influences lipid metabolism, with a focus on the OPG/RANKL/RANK signaling pathway. Additionally, we examined the roles of immune modulation, bone marrow adipose tissue, and gut microbiota in metabolic diseases.

resultsDenosumab, primarily known for its anti-resorptive effects in osteoporosis, may also exert beneficial effects on lipid metabolism. Preclinical and clinical studies suggest its potential in ameliorating obesity, NAFLD, and atherosclerosis. The OPG/RANKL/RANK axis appears to mediate crosstalk between bone and metabolic pathways, while immune regulation and gut microbiota may further contribute to these effects.

conclusionDenosumab shows promise as a therapeutic agent for lipid metabolism disorders, though long-term metabolic effects remain unclear. Further research is needed to validate its efficacy and elucidate underlying mechanisms, which could pave the way for novel treatments targeting metabolic diseases.

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Bone Density Conservation AgentsDenosumabLipid MetabolismLipid Metabolism DisordersClinical RelevanceGastrointestinal MicrobiomeHumansNon-alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseOsteoprotegerinRANK LigandReceptor Activator of Nuclear Factor-kappa BSignal TransductionBone Density Conservation AgentsDenosumabOsteoprotegerinRANK LigandReceptor Activator of Nuclear Factor-kappa BBone-lipid interactionDenosumabLipid metabolismOPG/RANKL/RANK axisOsteoporosisRANKL

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