Increased VEGF Expression in Rosacea
Increased expression of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which plays a role in angiogenesis, was found only in rosacea-affected skin samples.
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Additional Reference: Melbourne Dermatology's definition of VEGF/Vascular Epithelial Growth Factor.
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