Summary
Recent studies suggest that local control of bone homeostatic and reparative mechanisms
is most likely attributable to the interrelated function of a number of bone morphogenetic
proteins (BMP) and bone derived growth factors. While osteogenesis is believed to
be initiated by BMP, bone growth factors are thought to play a role in the promotion
and maintenance of the newly induced bone and in the regulation of normal bone remodeling
and repair. An overview of the current literature pertaining to BMP and the various
bone derived growth factors is presented.
While osteogenesis is believed to be initiated by bone morphogenetic proteins, bone
growth factors are thought to play a role in the maintenance of the newly induced
bone and in the regulation of normal bone remodeling and repair. Current research
suggests that, in the future, these substances may be used as systemic or locally
administered adjuvant therapy in order to accelerate bone regeneration and fracture
healing.
Keywords
Bone - growth factors - bone morphogenetic proteins