Biological Roles of Fibroblast Growth Factor-2*

Authors: Andréas Bikfalvi, Sharon Klein, Giuseppe Pintucci, Daniel B. Rifkin - Endocrine Reviews 1997 cited by 884

I. Introduction II. Structure of FGF-2 III. Mechanisms of Action of FGF-2: Extra- and Intracellular Signaling A. Exogenous 18-kDa FGF-2 B. Endogenous 18-kDa FGF-2 and HMW FGF-2 IV. Release of FGF-2 V. Roles of FGF-2 in Development and Differentiation in Various Organ Systems A. Mesoderm induction B. Angiogenesis C. Vessel wall D. Lung E. Hematopoiesis F. Nervous system G. Reproductive system H. Skin I. Eye J. Muscle and skeleton K. Digestive system VI. Conclusions