Inflammatory cytokine and matrix metalloproteinase expression induced by collagen-coated and uncoated polypropylene meshes in a rat model

Objective The objective of the study was to compare the influence of collagen-coated vs uncoated polypropylene meshes on the expression of genes critical for wound healing. Study Design In 54 rats, abdominal wall defects were created, repaired by polypropylene sutures, and covered by an overlay of c...

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Veröffentlicht in:American journal of obstetrics and gynecology 2011-07, Vol.205 (1), p.82.e1-82.e9
Hauptverfasser: Pierce, Lisa M., DSc, Asarias, Jennifer R., MD, MS, Nguyen, Phuoc T., MD, Mings, Jamie R., MD, Gehrich, Alan P., MD
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