Nonselective matrix metalloproteinase but not tumor necrosis factor-a inhibition effectively preserves the early critical colon anastomotic integrity

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Increased matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) activity has been implicated in the pathogenesis of colorectal anastomotic leakage. Tumor necrosis factor-a (TNF-a) induces MMPs and may influence anastomosis repair.
OriginalsprogEngelsk
TidsskriftInternational Journal of Colorectal Disease
Vol/bind26
Udgave nummer3
Sider (fra-til)329-337
Antal sider9
ISSN0179-1958
DOI
StatusUdgivet - 2011

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