Matrix Metalloproteinases MMP-2 and MMP-9 Occupy a New Role in Severe Preeclampsia

• Main Authors: Elena Timokhina (Author), Alexander Strizhakov (Author), Sapiyat Ibragimova (Author), Evgeny Gitel (Author), Irina Ignatko (Author), Vera Belousova (Author), Nikoleta Zafiridi (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Hindawi Limited, 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Introduction. Preeclampsia (PE) is a life-threatening condition for the mother, the fetus, and the newborn. Matrix metalloproteinases (MMP) participate in the two primary stages of PE: remodeling of blood vessels at the stage of placental formation and the development of hypertension due to damage t...