Targeting vascular endothelial growth factor and angiogenesis for the treatment of colorectal cancer

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作者
Collins, TS [1 ]
Hurwitz, HI [1 ]
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[1] Duke Univ, Med Ctr, Dept Med Oncol, Durham, NC 27710 USA
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10.1053/j.seminoncol.2004.09.026
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R73 [肿瘤学];
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100214 ;
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Angiogenesis, the development and proliferation of new blood vessels, is critical for the growth of tumors. The process of new blood vessel formation is under complex control from a variety of pro- and anti-angiogenesis factors. By identifying and understanding these factors, new therapies have been developed to inhibit tumor growth and survival by blocking tumor-related angiogenesis. Recent success with the monoclonal antibody against vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF; bevacizumab) in a large, randomized, phase III study has provided a critical proof of principle for this therapeutic area. This review will outline the biology of angiogenesis in colorectal cancer and discuss the current status of angiogenesis inhibition in its treatment. © 2005 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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