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Role of matrix metalloproteinases in kidney development and glomerulopathy: lessons from transgenic mice.
Nephrology, dialysis, transplantation : official publication of the European Dialysis and Transplant Association - European Renal Association - 1 Jan 2002
Lelongt Brigitte, Ronco Pierre
Abstract excerpt
Matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP9) is required for renal organogenesis in vitro and is increased in various nephropathies. We analysed the renal phenotype of MMP9-deficient mice and their susceptibility to a murine model of proliferative glomerulonephritis. MMP9 deficiency resulted in adult mice in a 12% nephronic reduction. Histological appearance and renal function of these mice was normal up to 12 months, at...
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