Fig. 1. EC surface receptors and released molecules. The heterogeneity of the recognized and released molecules by the EC makes them difficult for selective therapeutic targets. In addition, EC regulate and modulate several physiological processes as well as involvement in the pathogenesis of various diseases. EC, endothelial cells; vWF, von Willebrand factor; VEGF, vascular endothelial growth factor.
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