Tissue inhibitor matrix metalloproteinase 1 and risk of type 2 diabetes in a Chinese population.

Yeli WangJian-Min YuanAn PanWoon-Puay Koh

Published in: BMJ open diabetes research & care (2021)

Higher TIMP1 levels, but not ELF score, PIIIMP and HA, were associated with increased type 2 diabetes risk in Chinese adults. Our results suggested that elevated TIMP1 levels may contribute to the type 2 diabetes development through pathways other than liver fibrosis.

Keyphrases

type diabetes
liver fibrosis
glycemic control
cardiovascular disease
insulin resistance
adipose tissue
breast cancer risk