Abstract
Matrix Metalloproteinases (MMPs) and Tissue Inhibitors of MMPS (TIMPs) are important in bony remodelling following mandibular lengthening by distraction osteogenesis and can be used to assess bone metabolic activity related to remodelling. By 12 months following distraction levels, of MMP and TIMP activity are comparable to those in undistracted bone, suggesting that bone remodelling is complete. This further supports the assertion that there is no bony relapse following distraction osteogenesis in the sheep mandible, particularly at late time-points and that the regenerate bone at this time is stable.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | 3rd International Congress on Cranial and Facial Bone Distraction Processes |
Editors | E Arnaud, PA Diner |
Place of Publication | Bologna, Italy |
Publisher | Monduzzi Editore |
Pages | 23-25 |
Number of pages | 3 |
ISBN (Print) | 8832316145 |
Publication status | Published - 2001 |
Event | 3rd International Congress of Craniofacial and Maxillofacial Distraction - PARIS, France Duration: 14 Jun 2001 → 16 Jun 2001 |
Conference
Conference | 3rd International Congress of Craniofacial and Maxillofacial Distraction |
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Country/Territory | France |
City | PARIS |
Period | 14/06/01 → 16/06/01 |
Keywords
- TIMP-1