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

Sven Per Magnus Ågren, Thomas L Andersen, Line Andersen, Christine Bruun Schiødt, Vikas Surve, Troels T. Andreassen, Juha Risteli, Lennart E Franzén, Jean-Marie Delaissé, Anne-Marie Heegaard, Lars Nannestad Jørgensen

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Abstract

Increased matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) activity has been implicated in the pathogenesis of colorectal anastomotic leakage. Tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) induces MMPs and may influence anastomosis repair.
Original languageEnglish
JournalInternational Journal of Colorectal Disease
Volume26
Issue number3
Pages (from-to)329-37
Number of pages9
ISSN0179-1958
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Mar 2011

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