Evaluating the potential of matrix metalloproteinase as a diagnostic biomarker in rheumatoid arthritis and periodontitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Aimen BatoolRathna Devi VaithilingamNorul Husna Mohamad HassanSyarida Hasnur SafiiRoslan SaubPublished in: Medicine (2023)
RA-PD group showed significantly higher MMP levels in their serum and GCF compared with HC, RA, and PD alone individuals. MMP-8 may serve as a reliable biomarker in the diagnosis and management of RA-PD subjects.