Tenascin-C modulates matrix contraction via focal adhesion kinase- and Rho-mediated signaling pathways.

A provisional matrix consisting of fibrin and fibronectin (FN) is deposited at sites of tissue damage and repair. This matrix serves as a scaffold for fibroblast migration into the wound where these cells deposit new matrix to replace lost or damaged tissue and eventually contract the matrix to brin...

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Main Authors: Midwood, K, Schwarzbauer, J
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2002