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Factor V Leiden mutation (R506Q) and the risk of advanced retinopathy of prematurity.
International journal of molecular medicine - 1 Oct 2003
Kleinberg Sarah, Garrant Scott, Tillen Terri, Trese M T, Shastry B S
Abstract excerpt
The coagulation factor V Leiden mutation was reported to be a significant (10.7%) risk factor for pre-term deliveries. It is also well known that a portion (10%) of very low birth weight premature babies develop advanced retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) which is a leading cause of blindness in children. However, the relationship between the Leiden mutation and development of advanced ROP is not known. In order to...
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