Serum Matrix Metalloproteinase-7 Level is Associated with Fibrosis and Renal Survival in Patients with IgA Nephropathy
Background/Aims: In view of the latest findings that matrix metalloproteinase-7 (MMP-7) acted as a vital marker and pathogenic mediator of renal fibrosis in a murine model, we hypothesized that serum MMP-7 level might serve as a noninvasive prognostic biomarker in IgA nephropathy (IgAN) patients. Me...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Karger Publishers
2017-09-01
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Series: | Kidney & Blood Pressure Research |
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Online Access: | http://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/477132 |