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Laboratoire de Biochimie et Biologie Moléculaire, CNRS UMR 6237, Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne, CHU de Reims, 51 rue Cognac Jay - 51095 Reims cedex. fmaquart@chu-reims.fr
The word 'matrikine' designates certain peptides derived from partial degradation of extracellular matrix macromolecules and capable of modulating cellular activities. Some matrikines have been shown to inhibit tumor progression and/or neo-angiogenesis, suggesting they may have therapeutic potential. This review examines the main matrikines with anti-tumoral properties, and particularly those originating from basement membrane macromolecules. After a brief description of their discovery and main characteristics, we discuss their mode of production, mechanism of anti-tumor action, and therapeutic potential.
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