Endothelial progenitor cells as a new marker of endothelial function with respect to risk of cardiovascular disorders

Journal Title: Advances in Hygiene and Experimental Medicine - Year 2011, Vol 65, Issue 0

Abstract

The discovery of endothelial progenitor cells (EPC), over a decade ago, has refuted the previous belief that vasculogenesis only occurs during embryogenesis. The results of several studies revealed altered number and impaired function of EPC in hyperlipidemia, hypertension, diabetes, obesity as well as in rheumatoid arthritis. The population of developmental age is characterized by higher counts of EPC compared to adults. However, among young patients with chronic disorders that affect the vascular system, the number of EPC decreases. The reduced circulating concentration of EPC has become a surrogate marker of endothelial function and has been implicated in the pathogenesis of many vascular diseases. This article aims to review the biology and pathophysiology of EPC in the conditions of cardiovascular risk factors. The potential possibilities of increasing EPC number and function as well as the use of EPC in the treatment of vascular pathology will also be discussed.

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Barbara Głowińska-Olszewska, Włodzimierz Łuczyński, Artur Bossowski

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Barbara Głowińska-Olszewska, Włodzimierz Łuczyński, Artur Bossowski (2011). Endothelial progenitor cells as a new marker of endothelial function with respect to risk of cardiovascular disorders. Advances in Hygiene and Experimental Medicine, 65(0), 8-15. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-66422