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Angiogenesis
Studies from P. Pakneshan et al provide new data on angiogenesis
November 11th, 2008
According to recent research published in the journal Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science, "Angiogenesis, the formation of new capillary blood vessels, is an essential biological process under physiological conditions, including embryonic development, reproduction, and wound repair. Under pathologic conditions, this process plays a critical role in a variety of diseases such as cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, atherosclerosis, endometriosis, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration." "The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of cyclooxygenase inhibitors on basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF)- and vascular endothelial growth...
Source: Cancer Weekly (2008-11-11)
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