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Gastric Ulcer
Gastric ulcer healing is hastened by platelets expressing angiogenic growth factor
August 7th, 2006
Gastric ulcer healing is hastened by platelets expressing angiogenic growth factor. According to a study from Canada, "Platelets contain an array of growth factors that can modulate healing processes, including both pro- (e.g., vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and antiangiogenic (e.g., endostatin) factors. Previous studies have shown that circulating platelets contribute significantly to gastric ulcer healing, acting as a delivery system for these growth factors to the site of injury." "In this study, we examined the effects of orally administered human platelets on the healing of gastric ulcers in rats, and determined the contribution of...
Source: Gastroenterology Week (2006-08-07)
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