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Deletion polymorphism of the angiotensin I converting enzyme gene is a potent risk factor for coronary artery ectasia
14 Jan 2003
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Coronary artery ectasia (CAE) is characterised by irregular, diffuse, saccular, or fusiform dilatation of the coronary arteries. Although the underlying mechanisms are not fully understood, CAE is considered an original form of vascular remodelling in response to atherosclerosis. However, it is not clear why some patients develop CAE while most do not. Experimental data suggest that activation of the renin...
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