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Association of Matrix Metalloproteinase-1 Promoter Polymorphisms With Asthma Risk.
In vivo (Athens, Greece) - 1 Jan 2000
Chen Li-Hsiou, Li Chia-Hsiang, Wang Shou-Cheng, Chiu Kuo-Liang, Wu Meng-Feng, Yang Jai-Sing, Tsai Chia-Wen, Chang Wen-Shin, Hsia Te-Chun, Bau DA-Tian
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND/AIM: Matrix metalloproteinase-1 (MMP-1) expression has been documented as an influential contributor to the intricate milieu of allergic airway inflammation, tissue remodeling, and the exacerbation of asthma's severity. However, the genetic role underlying MMP-1 in the context of asthma has remained enigmatic, with its full implications yet to be unveiled. Considering this, our research was designed to...
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