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Expression of matrix metalloproteinase-2 and matrix metalloproteinase-9 in recurrent chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis.
The Kaohsiung journal of medical sciences - 1 Jan 2013
Wang Ling-Feng, Chien Chen-Yu, Chiang Feng-Yu, Chai Chee-Yin, Tai Chih-Feng
Abstract excerpt
Matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) is involved in the upper airway remodeling process. We hypothesized that MMP had an additive effect on the formation of recurrent nasal polyp. We also investigated the association between the functional promoter polymorphism of MMPs and the intensity of labeling index. Expressions of MMP-2 and MMP-9 were assessed via immunohistochemical staining and compared between different...
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