The GroEL protein of Porphyromonas gingivalis accelerates tumor growth by enhancing endothelial progenitor cell function and neovascularization

In conclusion, P. gingivalis GroEL may act as a potent virulence factor, contributing to the neovasculogenesis of tumor cells and resulting in accelerated tumor growth.
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Source: Oral Microbiology and Immunology - August 1, 2014 Category: Microbiology Authors: Feng‐Yen Lin, Chun‐Yao Huang, Hsin‐Ying Lu, Chun‐Ming Shih, Nai‐Wen Tsao, Song‐Kun Shyue, Cheng‐Yen Lin, Yu‐Jia Chang, Chien‐Sung Tsai, Yi‐Wen Lin, Shing‐Jong Lin Tags: Original Article Source Type: research