Can Vascularization be Modulated for Therapeutic Purposes?
Yes, vascularization can be modulated for therapeutic purposes. For instance, in cases of heavy menstrual bleeding due to fibroids, medications like GnRH agonists can reduce the blood supply to the fibroids, thereby shrinking them. Angiogenesis inhibitors are being explored for treating endometriosis and other gynecological cancers by cutting off their blood supply. Additionally, uterine artery embolization is a minimally invasive procedure used to block the blood flow to fibroids, causing them to shrink.
