Journal article
The thrombospondin-1 receptor CD36 is an important mediator of ovarian angiogenesis and folliculogenesis
Abstract
BackgroundOvarian angiogenesis is a complex process that is regulated by a balance between pro- and anti-angiogenic factors. Physiological processes within the ovary, such as folliculogenesis, ovulation, and luteal formation are dependent upon adequate vascularization and anything that disrupts normal angiogenic processes may result in ovarian dysfunction, and possibly infertility. The objective of this study was to evaluate the role of the …
Authors
Osz K; Ross M; Petrik J
Journal
Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology, Vol. 12, No. 1,
Publisher
Springer Nature
DOI
10.1186/1477-7827-12-21
ISSN
1477-7827