Assessment of serum levels of some angiogenic factors in healthy children
Pałgan, I.; Czerwionka-Szaflarska, M.ła.; Pałgan, K.; Szaflarska-Popławska, A.; Lis, K.; Odrowaz-Sypniewska, G.
Wiadomosci Lekarskie 57(7-8): 343-346
2004
ISSN/ISBN: 0043-5147 PMID: 15631189 Document Number: 566990
Angiogenesis is defined as a development of new blood vessels. This process is required for many physiological and pathological conditions. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) are the most important cytokines stimulating angiogenesis. The purpose of this work was to evaluate serum levels of VEGF and bFGF in healthy children. 39 girls and 31 boys aged 3-18 years were included in the study.