Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning pharmacologic agents used to accelerate wound healing?
A. A number of these agents are now currently approved for use in this country
B. PDGF (platelet-derived growth factor) promotes fibroblast proliferation, chemotaxis, and collagenase synthesis
C. PDGF has been demonstrated in a number of clinical trials to promote healing in chronic wounds
D. Growth hormone functions by promoting fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis
Answer:B
Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning pharmacologic agents used to accelerate wound healing?
A. A number of these agents are now currently approved for use in this country B. PDGF (platelet-derived growth factor) promotes fibroblast proliferation, chemotaxis, and collagenase synthesis C. PDGF has been demonstrated in a number of clinical trials to promote healing in chronic wounds D. Growth hormone functions by promoting fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis