Vascular Matrix Metalloproteinase-9 Mediates the Inhibition of Myogenic Reactivity in Small Arteries Isolated from Rats after Short-Term Administration of Relaxin

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Authors

Arundhathi Jeyabalan · University of Pittsburgh

Jacqueline Novak · University of Pittsburgh

Ketah Doty · Magee-Womens Research Institute

Julianna Matthews · Magee-Womens Research Institute

Michelle C. Fisher · University of Pittsburgh

Laurie J. Kerchner · University of Pittsburgh

Kirk P. Conrad

Abstract

In contrast to chronic rhRLX administration, MMP-9 rather than MMP-2 plays a central role in the vasodilatory effect of short-term relaxin administration.

Topics & Keywords

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Endocrinology

Volume 148, Issue 1, pp. 189-197

DOI: 10.1210/en.2006-0989

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