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col·lag·e·nase

(kə-lăj′ə-nās′, -nāz′, kŏl′ə-jə-)

Any of various enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of collagen and gelatin.

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collagenase

(ˈkɒlədʒəˌneɪz)

(Biochemistry) an enzyme that decomposes collagen

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collagenase - any enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of collagen and gelatin

enzyme - any of several complex proteins that are produced by cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions

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Additionally, possible excessive collagenolysis [11] near the cervix and lower uterine segment induced by misoprostol induction may result in undue fragility of tissues in this area and may interfere with effective retraction required for arrest of bleeding after labor.

Postpartum Vaginal Blood Loss following Two Different Methods of Cervical Ripening

Picrosirius-polarization staining method as an efficient histopathological tool for collagenolysis detection in vesical prolapse lesions.

Wound-Healing potential of Sebastiania hispida (Mart.) Pax (Euphorbiaceae) ointment compared to low power laser in rats/ Potencial cicatrizante da pomada de Sebastiania hispida (Mart.) Pax (Euphorbiaceae) comparado ao laser de baixa potenci

It has also been attributed to a control of collagenolysis during early or delayed pregnancy.

Quantitative Analysis of Collagen Fibrillar Structure in Canine Uterus Exposed to Acetate of Medroxyprogesterone Using Second Harmonic Generation Microscopy/Analisis Cuantitativo de la Estructura de Fibras Colagenas en Utero Canino Expuesto a Acetato de Medroxiprogesterona Utilizando Generacion Microscopica de un Segundo Harmonico

Another important profibrotic factor produced mainly by platelets is that PAI-1 inhibits fibrinolysis, causing fibrin to remain at the site, triggering recruitment of inflammatory cells and subsequent release of profibrotic factors (cytokines, etc.); it also hinders collagenolysis and inhibits MMPs [39,40].

Recent Pathophysiological Aspects of Peyronie's Disease: Role of Free Radicals, Rationale, and Therapeutic Implications for Antioxidant Treatment--Literature Review

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) impairs collagenolysis. Other studies noted that NSAIDs have favourable impact on anastomotic healing by increasing the collagen production.

A study of risk factors influencing anastomotic leak following small bowel obstruction

Multifocal areas of collagenolysis and eosinophilic infiltration were also seen.

A Retrospective Study of Canine Head and Neck Tumors

The areca nut generates free radicals and causes local immunosuppression along with decreased collagenolysis capability of the mucosa.

Bilateral melolabial flap reconstruction post fibrotomy: a novel alternative option

CypA, as an MMP activator, initiates aortic aneurysm formation.[sup][21] The contribution of MMP to increased collagenolysis may be related to genetic polymorphisms present at a higher frequency in women with PFD.

Proteomic Analysis of the Uterosacral Ligament in Postmenopausal Women with and without Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Differential regulation of membrane type 1-matrix metalloproteinase activity by ERK 1/2- and p38 MAPK-modulated tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases 2 expression controls transforming growth factor-[beta]1-induced pericellular collagenolysis. J Biol Chem.