Lymphangiogenesis: Molecular mechanisms and future promise.
Cell
; 140(4): 460-76, 2010 Feb 19.
Article
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| ID: mdl-20178740
The growth of lymphatic vessels (lymphangiogenesis) is actively involved in a number of pathological processes including tissue inflammation and tumor dissemination but is insufficient in patients suffering from lymphedema, a debilitating condition characterized by chronic tissue edema and impaired immunity. The recent explosion of knowledge on the molecular mechanisms governing lymphangiogenesis provides new possibilities to treat these diseases.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Linfangiogénesis
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Animals
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Humans
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En
Revista:
Cell
Año:
2010
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Article
País de afiliación:
Finlandia