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Growth factors and angiogenesis

R J Schott1, L A Morrow

  • 1Cardiac Unit, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston 02114.

Cardiovascular Research
|July 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

The number of angiogenic growth factors is increasing, suggesting their vital role in healing and disease. Despite extensive research, the link between their structure and function remains unclear.

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Area of Science:

  • Molecular Biology
  • Cell Biology
  • Biochemistry

Background:

  • The list of growth factors exhibiting angiogenic potential is expanding.
  • Angiogenic factors are crucial for processes like tissue repair and development.
  • Their involvement extends to tumor growth and immune responses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advances in understanding angiogenic growth factors.
  • To explore the biological activities and receptor identification of these factors.
  • To highlight the gap between the form and physiological function of angiogenic factors.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent scientific literature on angiogenic growth factors.
  • Analysis of primary peptide sequences and cell surface receptor identification.
  • Characterization of the biological potential of various growth factors.

Main Results:

  • Most peptide growth factors now have identified primary sequences.
  • Cell surface receptors have been identified for numerous angiogenic factors.
  • Extensive characterization of the biological potential of these factors has been performed.

Conclusions:

  • Despite significant data, a comprehensive understanding of angiogenic factor physiology is lacking.
  • The redundancy in angiogenic factors may underscore their essential biological roles.
  • Further research is needed to bridge the gap between molecular form and physiological function.

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