Induction of tumor lymphangiogenesis by VEGF-C promotes breast cancer metastasis.

Metastasis of breast cancer occurs primarily through the lymphatic system, and the extent of lymph node involvement is a key prognostic factor for the disease. Whereas the significance of angiogenesis for tumor progression has been well documented, the ability of tumor cells to induce the growth of...

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Autors principals: Skobe, M, Hawighorst, T, Jackson, D, Prevo, R, Janes, L, Velasco, P, Riccardi, L, Alitalo, K, Claffey, K, Detmar, M
Format: Journal article
Idioma:English
Publicat: 2001