Differential Expression of Matrix Metalloproteases in Human Fibroblasts with Different Origins

Fibroblasts are widely distributed cells and are responsible for the deposition of extracellular matrix (ECM) components but also secrete ECM-degrading matrix metalloproteases. A finely balanced equilibrium between deposition and degradation of ECM is essential for structural integrity of tissues. I...

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Main Authors: Diana Lindner, Christin Zietsch, P. Moritz Becher, Karsten Schulze, Heinz-Peter Schultheiss, Carsten Tschöpe, Dirk Westermann
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Language:English
Published: Wiley 2012-01-01
Series:Biochemistry Research International
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/875742
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Christin Zietsch
P. Moritz Becher
Karsten Schulze
Heinz-Peter Schultheiss
Carsten Tschöpe
Dirk Westermann
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description Fibroblasts are widely distributed cells and are responsible for the deposition of extracellular matrix (ECM) components but also secrete ECM-degrading matrix metalloproteases. A finely balanced equilibrium between deposition and degradation of ECM is essential for structural integrity of tissues. In the past, fibroblasts have typically been understood as a uniform cell population with comparable functions regardless of their origin. Here, we determined growth curves of fibroblasts derived from heart, skin, and lung and clearly show the lowest proliferation rate for cardiac fibroblasts. Furthermore, we examined basal expression levels of collagen and different MMPs in these three types of fibroblasts and compared these concerning their site of origin. Interestingly, we found major differences in basal mRNA expression especially for MMP1 and MMP3. Moreover, we treated fibroblasts with TNF-α and observed different alterations under these proinflammatory conditions. In conclusion, fibroblasts show different properties in proliferation and MMP expression regarding their originated tissue.
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spelling doaj-art-5e3fd05af2284acbb70fbd78c5cb75bc2025-02-03T01:10:40ZengWileyBiochemistry Research International2090-22472090-22552012-01-01201210.1155/2012/875742875742Differential Expression of Matrix Metalloproteases in Human Fibroblasts with Different OriginsDiana Lindner0Christin Zietsch1P. Moritz Becher2Karsten Schulze3Heinz-Peter Schultheiss4Carsten Tschöpe5Dirk Westermann6Department of Cardiology and Pneumology, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Campus Benjamin Franklin, Hindenburgdamm 30, 12200 Berlin, GermanyDepartment of Cardiology and Pneumology, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Campus Benjamin Franklin, Hindenburgdamm 30, 12200 Berlin, GermanyDepartment of Cardiology and Pneumology, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Campus Benjamin Franklin, Hindenburgdamm 30, 12200 Berlin, GermanyDepartment of Cardiology and Pneumology, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Campus Benjamin Franklin, Hindenburgdamm 30, 12200 Berlin, GermanyDepartment of Cardiology and Pneumology, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Campus Benjamin Franklin, Hindenburgdamm 30, 12200 Berlin, GermanyDepartment of Cardiology and Pneumology, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Campus Benjamin Franklin, Hindenburgdamm 30, 12200 Berlin, GermanyDepartment of Cardiology and Pneumology, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Campus Benjamin Franklin, Hindenburgdamm 30, 12200 Berlin, GermanyFibroblasts are widely distributed cells and are responsible for the deposition of extracellular matrix (ECM) components but also secrete ECM-degrading matrix metalloproteases. A finely balanced equilibrium between deposition and degradation of ECM is essential for structural integrity of tissues. In the past, fibroblasts have typically been understood as a uniform cell population with comparable functions regardless of their origin. Here, we determined growth curves of fibroblasts derived from heart, skin, and lung and clearly show the lowest proliferation rate for cardiac fibroblasts. Furthermore, we examined basal expression levels of collagen and different MMPs in these three types of fibroblasts and compared these concerning their site of origin. Interestingly, we found major differences in basal mRNA expression especially for MMP1 and MMP3. Moreover, we treated fibroblasts with TNF-α and observed different alterations under these proinflammatory conditions. In conclusion, fibroblasts show different properties in proliferation and MMP expression regarding their originated tissue.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/875742
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Biochemistry Research International
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