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Insertion/deletion polymorphism in the angiotensin-converting enzyme gene in myocardial infarction survivors.
Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research - 1 Jan 2000
Hubacek J A, Pitha J, Podrapská I, Sochman J, Adámková V, Lánská V, Poledne R
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INTRODUCTION: Insertion/deletion (I/D) polymorphism of the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) gene influenced the plasma concentration of the ACE, and is D allele have been repetitively suggested as a risk factor for myocardial infarction (MI). MATERIAL AND METHODS: Two hundert thirty six male myocardial infarction survivors under 65 years and with body mass index and total plasma cholesterol levels under 95% of...
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