Expression of matrix metalloproteinase-26 and tissue inhibitor of matrix metalloproteinase-3 and -4 in endometrium throughout the normal menstrual cycle and alteration in users of levonorgestrel implants who experience irregular uterine bleeding. [electronic resource]
- Fertility and sterility Sep 2003
- 564-70 p. digital
Publication Type: Journal Article; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
0015-0282
10.1016/s0015-0282(03)00797-0 doi
Adolescent Adult Contraceptive Agents, Female--administration & dosage Drug Implants Endometrium--metabolism Female Humans Immunohistochemistry--methods Levonorgestrel--administration & dosage Matrix Metalloproteinases--metabolism Matrix Metalloproteinases, Secreted Menstrual Cycle--metabolism Prospective Studies Reference Values Staining and Labeling Tissue Inhibitor of Metalloproteinase-3--metabolism Tissue Inhibitor of Metalloproteinases--metabolism Uterine Hemorrhage--chemically induced Tissue Inhibitor of Metalloproteinase-4