Synovial macrophages: from ordinary eaters to extraordinary multitaskers

Like other tissues, joints contain resident macrophages, and their diversity is only beginning to be characterized. Based on the highlights of recent studies, we discuss where current challenges lie and propose new avenues for future research in the osteoarticular field.

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Joints contain resident macrophages, whose diversity is still being characterized. Current challenges and new research directions in the osteoarticular field are discussed based on recent studies.