MMP2 secretion by PSCs was significantly increased by TGF-β1 and IL-6, but was not affected by TNF-α. Ethanol and acetaldehyde induced secretion of both MMP2 and TIMP2 by PSCs. Conclusions: Pancreatic ...
The duct cells line the pancreatic duct and are responsible for fluid secretion. They are also important in protecting the pancreas from recurrent acute and chronic pancreatitis by quickly ...
Background: Ascites and pleural effusion are well recognized complications of pancreatic diseases. Drug therapy of these is limited by high cost, prolonged hospitalization and failure rates ...