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Gene polymorphism association studies in dialysis: bone and mineral metabolism.
Seminars in dialysis - 1 Jan 2000
Erturk Sehsuvar
Abstract excerpt
Abnormalities in bone and mineral metabolism have a significant impact on morbidity and mortality among patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). In addition to confounding environmental factors, genetic susceptibility factors may also influence the occurrence and severity of these abnormalities and account for interindividual variability among patients. Indeed, polymorphisms involving genes of the...
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