Expression of Matrix Metalloproteinases and Their Inhibitors in Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Tonsil and Their Clinical Significance
ObjectivesTo investigate expressions of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs) in squamous cell carcinoma of the tonsil and to correlate expression profiles with clinicopathological characteristics.MethodsParaffin blocks were obtained from 45 tonsil squa...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Korean Society of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
2011-06-01
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Series: | Clinical and Experimental Otorhinolaryngology |
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Online Access: | http://www.e-ceo.org/upload/pdf/ceo-4-88.pdf |