Platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF) isoforms are important mitogens for different types of mesenchymal cells, which have important functions during the embryonal development and in the adult during wound healing and tissue homeostasis. In tumors, PDGF isoforms are often over-expressed and contribute to the growth of both normal and malignant cells. This review focuses on tumors expressing PDGF isoforms together with their tyrosine kinase receptors, thus resulting in autocrine stimulation of growth and survival. Patients with such tumors could benefit from treatment with inhibitors of either PDGF or PDGF receptors.
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Karolinska Inst, Dept Med Biochem & Biophys, SE-17177 Stockholm, Sweden
Karolinska Inst, Stockholm Branch, Ludwig Inst Canc Res, SE-17177 Stockholm, SwedenKarolinska Inst, Dept Med Biochem & Biophys, SE-17177 Stockholm, Sweden
机构:
Karolinska Inst, Dept Med Biochem & Biophys, SE-17177 Stockholm, Sweden
Karolinska Inst, Stockholm Branch, Ludwig Inst Canc Res, SE-17177 Stockholm, SwedenKarolinska Inst, Dept Med Biochem & Biophys, SE-17177 Stockholm, Sweden