Importance of matrix metalloproteinases in human trophoblast invasion.

Human cytotrophoblast cells are invasive by virtue of their ability to secrete metalloproteinases (MMP) capable of digesting the extracellular matrix of the endometrium. It is the aim of the present study to determine which of the known MMP is responsible for this invasive behavior and to see to wha...

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Main Authors: Bischof, P, Martelli, M, Campana, A, Itoh, Y, Ogata, Y, Nagase, H
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 1995