Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are a family of zinc-dependent endopeptidases that
degrade various proteins in the extracellular matrix (ECM). Typically, MMPs have a …

Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) are found in up to 8% of men aged> 65 years, yet
usually remain asymptomatic until they rupture. Rupture of an AAA and its associated …

Published in association with the Society for Vascular Surgery, Rutherford's Vascular
Surgery presents state-of-the-art updates on all aspects of vascular health care. Extensively …

Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) refers to the localized dilatation of the infra-renal aorta, in
which the diameter exceeds 3.0 cm. Loss of vascular smooth muscle cells, degradation of …

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are zinc-dependent proteolytic enzymes that degrade
various proteins in the extracellular matrix (ECM). MMPs may also regulate the activity of …

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are proteolytic enzymes that degrade various
components of the extracellular matrix (ECM). MMPs could also regulate the activity of …

Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a common cause of morbidity and mortality and has a
significant heritability. We carried out a genome-wide association discovery study of 1866 …

BACKGROUND: The contribution of hereditary and environmental factors to the
development of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) is still partly unknown. The aim of this …

Context Associations between chromosome 9p21 single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs)
and heart disease have been reported and replicated. If testing improves risk assessments …

BACKGROUND: Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) and abdominal wall hernias represent
chronic degenerative conditions. Both aortic aneurysms and inguinal hernias share common …