Balance between matrix metalloproteinases (MMP) and tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMP) in the cervical mucus plug estimated by determination of free non-complexed TIMP

• Main Authors: Uldbjerg Niels (Author), Hein Merete (Author), Becher Naja (Author), Danielsen Carl (Author)
• Formato: Livro
• Publicado em: BMC, 2008-09-01T00:00:00Z.
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The cervical mucus plug (CMP) is a semi-solid structure with antibacterial properties positioned in the cervical canal during pregnancy. The CMP contains high concentrations of matrix metalloproteinase 8 and 9 (MMP-8, MMP-9) and tiss...