Human desmoid fibroblasts: matrix metalloproteinases, their inhibitors and modulation by Toremifene

Human desmoid fibroblasts: matrix metalloproteinases, their inhibitors and modulation by Toremifene

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Desmoid tumour is a benign, non metastasising neoplasm characterised by an elevated deposition of organic macromolecules in the extracellular matrix (ECM). The matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are a family of zinc-dependent proteinas...

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Main Authors: Becchetti Alessio, Giustozzi Giammario, Marinucci Lorella, Stabellini Giordano, Lilli Cinzia, Balducci Chiara, Cagini Lucio, Locci Paola
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2005-03-01
Series:BMC Cancer
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2407/5/22

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