Matrix metalloprotease polymorphisms are associated with gas transfer in alpha 1 antitrypsin deficiency.
UNLABELLED: Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency [AATD] is associated with variable development of emphysema and other features of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease [COPD]. Matrix metalloproteinases [MMPs] are believed to be important in the pathophysiology of COPD, and may therefore confer susceptib...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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2009
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