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World J Stem Cells. Jun 26, 2026; 18(6): 117550
Published online Jun 26, 2026. doi: 10.4252/wjsc.117550
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Figure 2 Multifunctionality of pericyte-like mesenchymal stem cells in regenerative medicine. This core schematic compares functional properties of CD146+ pericytes, CD34+ adventitial cells, and classical mesenchymal stem cells, highlighting their tissue-specific mechanisms. The diagram also illustrates the functional pleiotropy of CD45-CD73+CD39+CD146+ mesenchymal stem cells. MSC: Mesenchymal stem cell; TGF: Transforming growth factor; VEGF: Vascular endothelial growth factor; BMP: Bone morphogenetic protein; PDGF: Platelet-derived growth factor; IGF: Insulin-like growth factor; SCF: Stem cell factor.


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