Polymorphism in matrix metalloproteinase gene promoters: implication in regulation of gene expression and susceptibility of various diseases

S Ye - Matrix Biology, 2000 - Elsevier
The matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) can degrade a range of extracellular matrix proteins
and have been implicated in connective tissue destruction and remodelling associated with …

Cerebrovascular surgery: past, present, and future

RC Heros, JJ Morcos - Neurosurgery, 2000 - journals.lww.com
The lyrics expressed in the famous Lennon/McCartney song might easily have expressed
the state of mind of the modern physician battling the managed care revolution. They might …

Evidence of in vivo differential bioavailability of the active forms of matrix metalloproteinases 9 and 2 in parturition, spontaneous rupture of membranes, and intra …

E Maymon, R Romero, P Pacora, MT Gervasi… - American journal of …, 2000 - Elsevier
Objective: Matrix metalloproteinases (MMP-9 and MMP-2) have been implicated in the
digestion of fetal membranes. The purpose of this study was to determine the amniotic fluid …