Metalloproteases in Pain Generation and Persistence : A Possible Target?

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are a large family of zinc-dependent proteolytic enzymes associated with extracellular matrix protein turnover and tissue degradation. They participate to many different physiological reactions but are also hyperactivated in several diseases. Various literature studies have documented that MMPs play a role in the modulation of neuropathic and nociceptive pain. The heterogeneity of clinical and pre-clinical data is an important issue in this experimental context. Despite the presence of a good number of studies on MMP inhibitors, these drugs showed scarce efficacy and relevant side effects. In the present manuscript, we reviewed studies in the literature that define a possible role of MMPs in pain and the effects of their modulation.

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2023

Erschienen:

2023

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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:13

Enthalten in:

Biomolecules - 13(2023), 2 vom: 31. Jan.

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Marcianò, Gianmarco [VerfasserIn]
Vocca, Cristina [VerfasserIn]
Rania, Vincenzo [VerfasserIn]
Citraro, Rita [VerfasserIn]
De Sarro, Giovambattista [VerfasserIn]
Gallelli, Luca [VerfasserIn]

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EC 3.4.24.-
Journal Article
Low back pain
MMP inhibitors
MMPs
Matrix Metalloproteinase Inhibitors
Matrix Metalloproteinases
Neuropathic pain
Osteoarthritis
Review

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Date Completed 28.02.2023

Date Revised 10.03.2023

published: Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.3390/biom13020268

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NLM35336777X