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Angiogenesis
New angiogenesis findings from University of Florida, Medical Department described
November 5th, 2007
According to recent research from the United States, " Angiogenesis is a critical factor in the development of malignant tumors, in arthritic joints, and in cardiovascular disease. In cardiovascular disease, angiogenesis is recognised both as a potential therapy and as a complicating factor in atherosclerotic plaque rupture and thrombotic obstruction." "Serine proteases regulate thrombosis, inflammation, and cell invasion, events that trigger various stages of angiogenesis and are in turn regulated by inhibitors, termed serpins. Serp-1 is a secreted anti-inflammatory viral serpin that profoundly inhibits early rnononuclear cell invasion, and the development of...
Source: Health & Medicine Week (2007-11-05)
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