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Hypoxia and Hypoxia-Inducible Factors in Lymphedema. Frontiers in pharmacology Jiang, X., Tian, W., Kim, D., McQuiston, A. S., Vinh, R., Rockson, S. G., Semenza, G. L., Nicolls, M. R. 2022; 13: 851057

Abstract

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.

View details for DOI 10.3389/fphar.2022.851057

View details for PubMedID 35450048