| Literature DB >> 16962374 |
Eugene T H Ek1, Crispin R Dass, Peter F M Choong.
Abstract
Pigment epithelium-derived factor (PEDF) is an endogenously produced protein that is widely expressed throughout the human body, and exhibits multiple and varied biological activities. Already established as a potent anti-angiogenic molecule, PEDF has recently shown promise as a potential anti-tumour agent, causing both direct and indirect tumour suppression. Here, we explore the unique anti-tumour properties of PEDF and discuss its role as an effective anti-angiogenic, anti-proliferative and pro-differentiation factor. We also discuss the prospects for PEDF therapy and the need for a closer evaluation of issues such as delivery, stability and potential toxicity.Entities:
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Year: 2006 PMID: 16962374 DOI: 10.1016/j.molmed.2006.08.009
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Trends Mol Med ISSN: 1471-4914 Impact factor: 11.951