Integrative signaling in angiogenesis

Mol Cell Biochem. 2004 Sep;264(1-2):99-102. doi: 10.1023/b:mcbi.0000044379.25823.03.

Abstract

Angiogenesis is a complex process requiring integration of multiple signals in order to achieve successful development of the new vasculature. While individual activities of numerous growth factors are well understood, the integration of their signaling at the cellular and tissue level is just beginning to be appreciated. This review focuses on these two process using vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and fibroblast growth factor 2 (FGF2) as examples.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Arteries / physiology
  • Fibroblast Growth Factor 2 / metabolism
  • Growth Substances / metabolism
  • Humans
  • Models, Biological
  • Neovascularization, Pathologic*
  • Neovascularization, Physiologic*
  • Signal Transduction*
  • Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A / metabolism

Substances

  • Growth Substances
  • Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A
  • Fibroblast Growth Factor 2