Hypoxia and Hypoxia-Inducible Factors in Lymphedema

oleh: Xinguo Jiang, Xinguo Jiang, Wen Tian, Wen Tian, Dongeon Kim, Dongeon Kim, Alexander S. McQuiston, Alexander S. McQuiston, Ryan Vinh, Ryan Vinh, Stanley G. Rockson, Gregg L. Semenza, Mark R. Nicolls, Mark R. Nicolls

Format: Article
Diterbitkan: Frontiers Media S.A. 2022-03-01

Deskripsi

Lymphedema is a chronic inflammatory disorder characterized by edema, fat deposition, and fibrotic tissue remodeling. Despite significant advances in lymphatic biology research, our knowledge of lymphedema pathology is incomplete. Currently, there is no approved pharmacological therapy for this debilitating disease. Hypoxia is a recognized feature of inflammation, obesity, and fibrosis. Understanding hypoxia-regulated pathways in lymphedema may provide new insights into the pathobiology of this chronic disorder and help develop new medicinal treatments.