Angiogenesis Inhibitors (Fact Sheet) - National Cancer Institute

A fact sheet that describes cancer-fighting agents that block the growth of blood vessels that support tumor growth.

On This Page

• What is angiogenesis?
• Why is angiogenesis important in cancer?
• How do angiogenesis inhibitors work?
• What angiogenesis inhibitors are being used to treat cancer in humans?
• Do angiogenesis inhibitors have side effects?

What is angiogenesis?

Angiogenesis is the formation of new blood vessels. This process involves the migration, growth, and differentiation of endothelial cells, which line the inside wall of blood vessels.

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