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Platelet-Derived Growth Factor

Mitogenic peptide growth hormone carried in the alpha-granules of platelets. It is released when platelets adhere to traumatized tissues. Connective tissue cells near the traumatized region respond by initiating the process of replication.
Also Known As:
Platelet Derived Growth Factor; Factor, Platelet-Derived Growth; Growth Factor, Platelet-Derived
Networked: 2914 relevant articles (56 outcomes, 303 trials/studies)

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Experts

1. Holland, Eric C: 14 articles (01/2021 - 07/2004)
2. Eriksson, Ulf: 11 articles (01/2018 - 04/2004)
3. Ostman, Arne: 10 articles (06/2013 - 10/2002)
4. Pietras, Kristian: 9 articles (06/2018 - 10/2002)
5. Buch, Shilpa: 9 articles (08/2014 - 04/2005)
6. Heldin, Carl-Henrik: 8 articles (01/2022 - 10/2002)
7. Uhrbom, Lene: 8 articles (11/2018 - 08/2003)
8. Floege, Jürgen: 8 articles (01/2018 - 03/2002)
9. Wang, Yan: 7 articles (01/2022 - 09/2009)
10. Kazlauskas, Andrius: 7 articles (01/2020 - 02/2002)

Related Diseases

1. Ulcer
2. Wounds and Injuries (Trauma)
3. Neoplasms (Cancer)
4. Diabetic Foot
5. Fibrosis (Cirrhosis)

Related Drugs and Biologics

1. Becaplermin (PDGF-BB)
2. Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A (Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor)
3. Platelet-Derived Growth Factor Receptors (Platelet-Derived Growth Factor Receptor)
4. Fibroblast Growth Factor 2 (Basic Fibroblast Growth Factor)
5. Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF)
6. Collagen
7. Imatinib Mesylate (Gleevec)
8. Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Receptors (VEGF Receptors)
9. Intercellular Signaling Peptides and Proteins (Growth Factors)
10. Transforming Growth Factor beta (TGF-beta)

Related Therapies and Procedures

1. Therapeutics
2. Hyperbaric Oxygenation
3. Debridement
4. Surgical Amputation (Amputations)
5. Intraperitoneal Injections