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MMP-7 (-181A>G) promoter polymorphisms and risk for cervical cancer.
Gynecologic oncology - 1 Jul 2008
Singh HariOm, Jain Meenu, Mittal Balraj
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OBJECTIVES: Matrix metalloproteinase (MMP-7) is a secreted matrilysin, which contributes to tumor progression through breakdown of basement membranes and angiogenesis. Therefore, we aimed to investigate the association of MMP-7 -181A>G gene polymorphism with risk of cervical cancer. METHODS: In the present case control study, we enrolled a total of 150 cervical cancer patients confirmed by histopathology and 162...
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