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Association analysis between interleukin-1 family polymorphisms and generalized aggressive periodontitis in a Chinese population.
Journal of periodontology - 1 Dec 2004
Li Qi Yan, Zhao Hong Shan, Meng Huan Xin, Zhang Li, Xu Li, Chen Zhi Bin, Shi Dong, Feng Xiang Hui, Zhu Xiao Ling
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BACKGROUND: It has been suggested that aggressive periodontitis (AgP) has a genetic basis, but this theory has not been confirmed. The intent of this investigation was to study whether specific interleukin (IL)-1 genotypes and/or alleles could be used to predict susceptibility to generalized AgP (GAgP) in Chinese. METHODS: The GAgP group consisted of 122 patients, and the control group included 95 healthy...
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