Angiogenesis in peritoneal dialysis

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Abstract

Long-term exposure to peritoneal dialysis fluid induces morphological alterations, including angiogenesis, leading to a loss of ultrafiltration (UF) capacity. We discuss the effect of different factors in peritoneal dialysis (PD) on angiogenesis. In addition, we describe the process of angiogenesis and the possible role of different cell types in the peritoneum upon PD contributing to new blood vessel formation. Furthermore, we review several interventions used in our rat PD exposure model to decrease angiogenesis in PD. Moreover, we show new data on the use of sunitinib to inhibit angiogenesis in this rat model. Although various interventions seem to be promising, well-randomised clinical trials showing absolute prevention of angiogenesis and UF failure are, yet, still missing. To make real progress in PD treatment, the aim should be to prevent angiogenesis as well as peritoneal fibrosis and PD-induced inflammation. Copyright © 2011 S. Karger AG, Basel.

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Stavenuiter, A. W. D., Schilte, M. N., Ter Wee, P. M., & Beelen, R. H. J. (2011). Angiogenesis in peritoneal dialysis. In Kidney and Blood Pressure Research (Vol. 34, pp. 245–252). https://doi.org/10.1159/000326953

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