Is matrix metalloproteinase required in postnatal testicular tubules for germ cell maturation?
Membrane type 1 MMP, MMP2, and TIMP2 were present in testis from E19 to P10 during gonocyte migration and transformation into spermatogenic stem cells. Increased knowledge about germ cell development may aid efforts to improve fertility in cryptorchidism.
Our study suggests that family medicine practitioners often do not feel comfortable providing care to IBD patients. Lack of familiarity with IBD medications may be a key factor.