The association of matrix Gla protein isomers with calcification in capsules surrounding silicone breast implants.

Hunter, Larry W

The association of matrix Gla protein isomers with calcification in capsules surrounding silicone breast implants. [electronic resource] - Biomaterials Nov 2011 - 8364-73 p. digital

Publication Type: Journal Article; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

1878-5905

10.1016/j.biomaterials.2011.07.073 doi


Bone Morphogenetic Protein 2--metabolism
Bone Morphogenetic Protein 4--metabolism
Breast Implants
Calcinosis
Calcium-Binding Proteins--metabolism
Extracellular Matrix Proteins--metabolism
Female
Fluorescent Antibody Technique
Humans
Immunohistochemistry
Isomerism
Microscopy, Electron, Scanning
Middle Aged
Silicone Gels
alpha-2-HS-Glycoprotein--metabolism
Matrix Gla Protein