Collagenase gene expression in fibroblasts is regulated by a three‐dimensional contact with collagen

Collagenase activity in fibroblasts is regulated by cytokines and the interaction with the extracellular matrix. In this study we demonstrate that fibroblasts cultured within a three‐dimensional collagen gel show a strong induction of collagenase gene expression. In addition to increased de novo synthesis most of the secreted enzyme was found to be activated leading to a high collagenolytic activity and complete degradation of collagen matrices after removal of fetal calf serum. Collagen I gene expression was found to be reduced under these conditions. These data suggest a specific modulation of cellular metabolism in response to contact with a three‐dimensional collagenous matrix resulting in the divergent regulation of collagen and collagenase.

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