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Impact of the matrix metalloproteinase MMP-3 on dementia.
Neurobiology of aging - 1 Aug 2007
Helbecque Nicole, Cottel Dominique, Hermant Xavier, Amouyel Philippe
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Cerebral accumulation of beta-amyloid peptide (Abeta) is a central event in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease (AD). Several proteases were shown to hydrolyze Abeta in vitro or in cell-based assays, and are likely candidates for a role in Abeta clearance in brain. Previous reports suggest th...
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