Topical estradiol does not interfere with the expression of the metalloproteinase-1 enzyme in photo exposed skin cells Estradiol tópico não interfere na expressão da enzima metaloproteinase-1 em células da pele fotoexposta
BACKGROUND: In postmenopausal women there is a rapid destruction of dermal collagen, resulting in accelerated skin ageing, which is manifested by cutaneous atrophy, increased number and depth of wrinkles and sagging. This accelerated catabolism of the collagen is due to estrogen deficiency and incre...
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Language: | English |
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Sociedade Brasileira de Dermatologia
2012-02-01
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Series: | Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia |
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Online Access: | http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0365-05962012000100008 |