Expression of matrix metalloproteinases 2, 7 and 9 in patients with colorectal cancer

Expression of matrix metalloproteinases 2, 7 and 9 in patients with colorectal cancer

Background/Aim. Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are perceived to play a key role in tumor invasion and metastasis by their capacity to degrade basement membranes and extracellular matrix proteins. The aim of this study was to investigate the expressions of MMP-2, MMP-7 and MMP-9 in tumor t...

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Main Authors: Kostova Elena, Slaninka-Miceska Maja, Labacevski Nikola, Jakovski Krume, Trojachanec Jasmina, Atanasovska Emilija, Janevski Vlado, Jovanovik Rubens, Janevska Vesna
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Military Health Department, Ministry of Defance, Serbia 2014-01-01
Series:Vojnosanitetski Pregled
Subjects:
colorectal neoplasms
matrix metalloproteinases
neoplasm staging
immunohistochemistry
sensitivity and specificity
Online Access:http://www.doiserbia.nb.rs/img/doi/0042-8450/2014/0042-84501300024K.pdf

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