Skin Cells Flashcards
1
Q
Function of fibroblast growth factor
A
fibroblast proliferation
2
Q
Function of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor
A
angiogenesis
3
Q
Function of Transforming Growth Factor
A
activates fibroblast to deposit collagen
4
Q
How does hyperglycaemia affect wound healing?
A
impairs, slows local blood flow
inhibits leukocyte recruitment and activation
5
Q
Function of epidermal growth factor
A
epithelialisation
6
Q
Secondary Intention
A
more collagen
less epithelialisation
7
Q
Primary Intention
A
less collagen
more epithelialisation
8
Q
What are Labile tissues?
A
regenerate rapidly after injury
