The role of apoptosis in early embryonic development of the adenohypophysis in rats

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Apoptosis is involved in fundamental processes of life, like embryonic development, tissue homeostasis, or immune defense. Defects in apoptosis cause or contribute to developmental malformation, cancer, and degenerative disorders.<...

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Main Authors: Gedrange Tomas, Kleinheinz Johannes, Driemel Oliver, Faltermeier Andreas, Lotz Kristina, Weingärtner Jens, Proff Peter
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-07-01
Series:Head & Face Medicine
Online Access:http://www.head-face-med.com/content/4/1/13