Matrix metalloproteinase-9 is elevated and related to interleukin-17 and psychological stress in male infertility: A cross-sectional study

• Main Authors: Ann Prasad Mary (Author), Hanumanthappa Nandeesha (Author), Dasari Papa (Author), Thyagaraju Chitra (Author), Rajesh Nachiappa Ganesh (Author), Vikas Menon (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, 2021-04-01T00:00:00Z.
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Background: Matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9), interleukin-17 (IL-17) and psychological stress are known to play a role in the pathogenesis of male infertility. Objective: To assess the association of MMP-9 with IL-17 and psychological stress in infertile men. Materials and Methods: In this cross-s...