MMP-7, or matrix metalloproteinase-7, is an enzyme that plays a significant role in the degradation of extracellular matrix components. It is part of a larger family of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) that are involved in various physiological and pathological processes, including tissue remodeling, wound healing, and inflammation.
MMP-7 can facilitate tumor invasion and metastasis by breaking down the extracellular matrix, allowing cancer cells to migrate and invade surrounding tissues.
Elevated levels of MMP-7 have been associated with poor prognosis in various cancers, including colorectal, breast, and lung cancers.
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