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Matrix metalloproteinase-2, -9, -12, and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase 2 gene polymorphisms and cutaneous expressions in patients with Behçet's disease.
Tissue antigens - 1 May 2012
Park K S, Min Y, Park S R, Kim E H, Lee D J, Bang D, Lee E-S
Abstract excerpt
Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) induce leukocyte migration into inflammation sites that lead to either promotion or repression of inflammation by activating or inactivating cytokines. An increased level of MMP-9 and a decreased level of MMP-2 have been observed in Behçet's disease (BD). This stu...
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