The content of matrix metalloproteinase-9 in aqueous humor of the eyes in children with endogenous uveitis

AIM: This study aimed to determine the content of matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) in aqueous humor (AH) eyes children with uveitis and its role during disease.
 MATERIAL AND METHODS: Twenty (20 uveitis) aged from 3 16 yr (11.253.43 on average) three congenital cataract control group were examined. The concentration MMP-9 was determined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) using ELISA kit for (Cloud-Clone Corp, USA). optical density samples measured a multifunctional photometer Synergy microplates (BioTek, USA).
 RESULTS: Children had higher AH than (p=0.006). An increase correlated an degree proliferative changes eye.
 CONCLUSION: correlates severity proliferation, measurement can be used assess inflammatory process eye.