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Matrix Metalloproteinases in Renal Diseases: A Critical Appraisal

Oskar Zakiyanov1, Marta Kalousová2, Tomáš Zima2

  • 1Department of Nephrology, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and General University Hospital in Prague, Prague, Czechia, oskar.zakiyanov@lf1.cuni.cz.

Kidney & Blood Pressure Research
|June 12, 2019
PubMed

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Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are enzymes crucial in kidney diseases. Measuring MMPs offers insights for treating renal conditions and understanding kidney remodeling.

Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Molecular Biology
  • Nephrology

Background:

  • Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are enzymes involved in extracellular matrix (ECM) degradation and processing of growth factors.
  • MMPs play roles in cell proliferation, apoptosis, and cell-ECM interactions.
  • MMPs are regulated by tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current understanding of MMPs in kidney physiology and pathology.
  • To discuss the role of MMPs in various acute and chronic kidney diseases.
  • To explore the potential of MMPs as therapeutic targets in renal diseases.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of patient and animal studies on MMPs in kidney diseases.
  • Analysis of MMP synthesis by intrinsic glomerular and tubular epithelial cells.
  • Discussion of regulatory mechanisms of MMP activity.

Main Results:

  • MMPs are synthesized by intrinsic kidney cells and circulate in the blood.
  • Elevated MMP levels are associated with various renal diseases.
  • MMPs contribute to renal remodeling processes in kidney diseases.

Conclusions:

  • MMPs are significant players in the pathogenesis of kidney diseases.
  • Circulating MMP levels can serve as biomarkers for renal conditions.
  • Targeting MMPs may offer novel therapeutic strategies for kidney diseases.
Keywords:
BiomarkersKidney diseaseMatrix metalloproteinases

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