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flag IGF shows promise in repairing lymphatic vessels, potentially treating lymphoedema.

flag Scientists at the University of Auckland have discovered that insulin-like growth factor (IGF) promotes lymphatic vessel growth, offering potential treatment for lymphoedema—a painful, incurable condition often caused by lymph node removal during breast cancer treatment. flag The molecule, first observed in zebrafish and confirmed in human cells, may work alongside VEGF to repair damaged lymphatic systems. flag Researchers, led by Dr Jonathan Astin, are now testing IGF-based therapies in mice, marking a promising step toward future treatments for a condition affecting millions worldwide.

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