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Angiotensin-converting enzyme insertion/deletion polymorphism and risk of restenosis after directional coronary atherectomy followed by stent implantation.
Thrombosis and haemostasis - 1 Apr 2004
Canosi Umberto, Angelica Merlini Piera, Bernardi Francesco, Repetto Alessandra, Bramucci Ezio, Ferrario Maurizio, Angoli Luigi, Gnecchi Massimiliano, Ferraresi Paolo, Marchetti Giovanna, Tavazzi Luigi, Ardissino Diego
Abstract excerpt
The D allele of the insertion/deletion (I/D) polymorphism of the angiotensin I-converting enzyme (ACE) gene is associated with higher plasma and tissue ACE levels, which enhance the stimulus for neo-intimal hyperplasia. Plaque debulking before stenting reduces the plaque-related determinants of i...
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