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DRB1-TNF-alpha-TNF-beta haplotype is strongly associated with severe aortoiliac occlusive disease, a clinical form of atherosclerosis.
Human immunology - 1 Oct 2005
Mas Alfonso, Blanco E, Moñux G, Urcelay E, Serrano F J, de la Concha E G, Martínez A
Abstract excerpt
Severe aortoiliac occlusive disease (AOD) is a clinical manifestation of peripheral arteriosclerosis. Atherosclerosis has been associated with some human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-DRB1 alleles, stressing its relationship with autoimmune or inflammatory disorders. Additionally, in rheumatoid arthritis patients, the DRB1*0404 allele is specifically associated with endothelial dysfunction. Our objective was to assess...
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