Abstract
Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs) were measured in a mild case of dyssegmental dysplasia. X-ray pictures of a female baby born vaginally at 39 weeks of gestation showed short, bent, dumbbell-shaped long bones of the limbs and profound dyssegmental ossification in the spine, findings characteristic of dyssegmental dysplasia. When the levels of MMP-1, MMP-2, MMP-9, TIMP-1, and TIMP-2 were measured, the levels of MMP-2 and TIMP-1 were significantly reduced. This case might provide a clue to disclose the etiology of dyssegmental dysplasia.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 381-382 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Journal of Bone and Mineral Research |
Volume | 18 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2003 Feb 1 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Bone
- Congenital anomaly
- Dyssegmental dysplasia
- Matrix metalloproteinases
- Tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine