Cancer Associated Fibroblasts and Tumor Growth: Focus on Multiple Myeloma

Cancer associated fibroblasts (CAFs) comprise a heterogeneous population that resides within the tumor microenvironment. They actively participate in tumor growth and metastasis by production of cytokines and chemokines, and the release of pro-inflammatory and pro-angiogenic factors, creating a more...

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Main Authors: Kim De Veirman, Luigia Rao, Elke De Bruyne, Eline Menu, Els Van Valckenborgh, Ivan Van Riet, Maria Antonia Frassanito, Lucia Di Marzo, Angelo Vacca, Karin Vanderkerken
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2014-06-01
Series:Cancers
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6694/6/3/1363