Matrix metalloproteinases as profibrotic factors in terminal ileum in Crohn's disease.
BACKGROUND: Returning stenosis in Crohn's disease (CD) patients is poorly understood. After resection, newly developed strictures are seen within 10 years in 50% to 70%. Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are involved in matrix-turnover processes. This study analyzes spatial expression of MMP-1,...
| Κύριοι συγγραφείς: | , , , , , , , |
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| Μορφή: | Journal article |
| Γλώσσα: | English |
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2006
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