Matrix metalloproteinase-9 activity in the plasma of patients after surgical resection of endometriomas

Maher Ali Abdallah, Abdallah MA, Steveq Kang, Kang S, Nakajima ST, Steven T. Nakajima, Cicek Gercel-Taylor, Çiçek Gerçel-Taylor, Gercel-Taylor C
Fertility and sterility · 2006 · vol. 85(6) , pp. 1847–1848 · doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2005.11.043 · PMID:16674956 · W2066368586
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This study investigated the activity of matrix metalloproteinase-9 in the blood of patients undergoing surgical removal of endometriomas.

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Abstract

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) may have a role in the pathogenesis of endometrioma. The level of MMP was lower compared to the level taken after resection of endometrioma.

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endometriosis

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Endometriosis Endometriosis Matrix Metalloproteinase 9 Endometriosis Endometriosis Enzyme Activation Enzyme Activation Female Female Humans Humans Matrix Metalloproteinase 9 Matrix Metalloproteinase 9 Pilot Projects Pilot Projects Postoperative Period Postoperative Period

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