[Tumor angiogenesis factor and its possible utilization].

A brief survey of the literature data on tumor angiogenic factor stimulating intratumor growth of new vessels is given. Under consideration is the possibility to use inhibitors of the factor, in particular antibodies against it, to suppress tumor growth. Also, it is suggested to use tumor angiogenic factor for revascularization of infarction and ischemic tissues, especially in myocardial ischemia.