Matrix metalloproteinases, tumor necrosis factor and multiple sclerosis: an overview.
The matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are a family of at least 14 zinc-dependent enzymes which are known to degrade the protein components of extracellular matrix. In addition, MMPs and related enzymes can also process a number of cell surface cytokines, receptors, and other soluble proteins. In part...
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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1997
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