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Prevalence of the G20210A prothrombin gene mutation in Northwestern Greece and association with venous thromboembolism.
International angiology : a journal of the International Union of Angiology - 1 Mar 2003
Zalavras Ch G, Giotopoulou S, Dokou E, Mitsis M, Ioannou H V, Tsaousi C, Tzolou A, Kolaitis N, Vartholomatos G
Abstract excerpt
AIM: The G20210A mutation of the prothrombin gene is a genetic risk factor for venous thromboembolism (VTE). Variability exists in the mutation prevalence in both normal individuals and VTE patients. The aim of this study was to determine the mutation prevalence in Northwestern Greece and evaluate its association with VTE. METHODS: Presence of the G20210A mutation was investigated using DNA analysis in 176...
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