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Factor V Leiden mutation in relation to fecundity and miscarriage in women with venous thrombosis.
Human reproduction (Oxford, England) - 1 Mar 2005
van Dunné F M, Doggen C J M, Heemskerk M, Rosendaal F R, Helmerhorst F M
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BACKGROUND: Factor V Leiden mutation (Arg506Gln) increases the likelihood of venous thrombosis; it may also have a positive effect through facilitation of embryo implantation. This may manifest itself as a reduced time to pregnancy (increased fecundity) and fewer miscarriages in the first trimest...
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