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Role of MMPs in BCC and tumor growth. MMP-1 and MMP-2 secreted by fibroblasts facilitate tumor growth. MMP-13 secreted by fibroblasts and tumor cells promote tumor angiogenesis. MMP-9 secreted by inflammatory cells activates BCC cells to secrete VEGF, which in turn promotes angiogenesis.
