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Working model for androgen action on endothelial cells. In steroid-producing cells, ligand-activated AR induces HIF-1 (Hypoxia-inducible factor 1) expression. HIF-1 is a transcription factor for VEGF. Secreted VEGF binds membrane receptors on the neighboring endothelial cells and potently stimulates proliferation.
