In this review we present data concerning the localization of some important growth factors and their receptors in the human placenta. We focus our attention on molecules playing a fundamental role in angiogenesis and morphologic processes as beta-FGF, EGF and TGF-beta. The distribution of these growth factors and their receptors in the placental villi during gestation suggests that these molecules play a pivotal role in growth and differentiation of the villous tree.

Growth factors and their receptors: fundamental molecules for human placental development.

TODROS, Tullia;GIOVANNELLI, ALESSIA;
2005-01-01

Abstract

In this review we present data concerning the localization of some important growth factors and their receptors in the human placenta. We focus our attention on molecules playing a fundamental role in angiogenesis and morphologic processes as beta-FGF, EGF and TGF-beta. The distribution of these growth factors and their receptors in the placental villi during gestation suggests that these molecules play a pivotal role in growth and differentiation of the villous tree.
2005
110(2 Suppl 1)
183
187
Growth factor; Placenta
MARZIONI D.; CAPPARUCCIA L.; T. TODROS; GIOVANNELLI A.; CASTELLUCCI M.
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