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The factor VII activating protease G511E (Marburg) variant and cardiovascular risk.
Thrombosis and haemostasis - 1 Nov 2004
Ireland Helen, Miller George J, Webb Karen E, Cooper Jackie A, Humphries Steve E
Abstract excerpt
A previous study had shown a strong relationship between a variant in factor VII activating protease (FSAP G511E) and advanced carotid atheroma. In-vitro, the variant has reduced fibrinolytic but normal pro-coagulant activity, which may constitute a prothrombotic state. The current study has addressed risk for coronary heart disease in a prospective study of cardiovascular disorders (Northwick Park Heart Study...
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