Synthetic, 23 amino acid peptide corresponding to the nonproteolytic receptor binding domain of human thrombin (prothrombin amino acids 508-530). Stimulates angiogenesis, revascularization, osteogenesis, and tissue repair. Synthesis and identification as thrombin receptor binding site: D. H. Carney, K. C. Glenn, WO 8803151 (1988 to Board of Regents, Univ. Texas); eidem, US 5352664 (1994 to Board of Regents, Univ. Texas; Monsanto); K. C. Glenn et al., Pept. Res. 1, 65 (1988) PubMed. Wound healing effects on experimental incisions: D. H. Carney et al., J. Clin. Invest. 89, 1469 (1992) DOI PubMed. Overview of bioactivities and clinical pharmacology: J. T. Ryaby et al., J. Bone Joint Surg. 88, Suppl. 3, 132-139 (2006) DOI PubMed. Clinical trial in treatment of diabetic foot ulcers: C. Fife et al., Wound Repair Regen. 15, 23 (2007) DOI PubMed.
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