Complex Role of Heme Oxygenase-1 in Angiogenesis
- 1 October 2004
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Mary Ann Liebert Inc in Antioxidants and Redox Signaling
- Vol. 6 (5) , 858-866
- https://doi.org/10.1089/ars.2004.6.858
Abstract
Angiogenesis occurring during reparative or pathological processes is driven by various inflammatory mediators that influence the synthesis of growth factors. It has been recognized recently that reactive oxygen species (ROS) and nitric oxide (NO) are important modulators of the synthesis and activity of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), a major angiogenic molecule. Moreover, heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1), a ubiquitous stress-inducible enzyme that is induced by ROS and NO, was recently discovered to be involved in angiogenesis. Genetic overexpression of HO-1 enhanced VEGF synthesis and augmented formation of vascular capillaries, improving the blood flow in ischemic tissues. In addition, by-products of HO-1 exert numerous effects that can also influence angiogenesis in both positive and negative ways. Therefore, the antiinflammatory effects of HO-1 can attenuate the excess formation of blood vessels in inflammatory angiogenesis. In this review, the recent data on the role of HO-1 in angiogenesis are critically discussed. It is suggested that further studies using potent and specific augmentation of HO-1 gene expression by viral vectors, as well as targeted, specific inhibition of HO-1 expression, are required to elucidate fully the complex role of this enzymatic pathway in angiogenesis. Antioxid. Redox Signal. 6, 858–866.Keywords
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