The role of FGF-2 and BMP-2 in regulation of gene induction, cell proliferation and mineralization

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>The difficulty in re-growing and mineralizing new bone after severe fracture can result in loss of ambulation or limb. Here we describe the sequential roles of FGF-2 in inducing gene expression, cell growth and BMP-2 in gene expres...

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Main Authors: Hughes-Fulford Millie, Li Chai-Fei
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-02-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
Online Access:http://www.josr-online.com/content/6/1/8