Collagen degradation by interleukin-1beta-stimulated gingival fibroblasts is accompanied by release and activation of multiple matrix metalloproteinases and cysteine proteinases. [electronic resource]
- Oral diseases Jan 2006
- 34-40 p. digital
Publication Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
1354-523X
10.1111/j.1601-0825.2005.01153.x doi
Adult Blotting, Western Cathepsin B--metabolism Collagen Type I--metabolism Cysteine Endopeptidases--metabolism Electrophoresis, Polyacrylamide Gel Enzyme Activation Female Fibroblasts--drug effects Gingiva--cytology Humans Hydroxyproline--metabolism Interleukin-1--pharmacology Male Matrix Metalloproteinases--metabolism Middle Aged Periodontitis--enzymology