Methods for inhibiting angiogenesis

摘要

Methods for inhibiting angiogenesis using gene therapy are disclosed. Genes encoding PLGF or VEGF-B are delivered to cells e.g., tumor cells, which express VEGF, such that heterodimers of PLGF/VEGF and/or VEGF-B/VEGF are formed within the cells, preferably at a greater ratio than homodimers of VEGF/VEGF. The heterodimers have reduced angiogenic activity compared to VEGF homodimers.