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Association between Pro12Ala polymorphism of peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma 2 and myocardial infarction in the Chinese Han population.
Clinical cardiology - 1 Jul 2006
Li Lin, Cheng Long-Xian, Nsenga Ripen, He Mei-An, Wu Tang-Chun
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BACKGROUND: Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma 2 (PPAR-gamma 2) is a nuclear receptor that plays an important role in adipocyte differentiation, energy metabolism, and homeostasis. The Pro12Ala polymorphism of PPAR-gamma 2 is associated with decreased risk of diabetes mellitus. Presumably, it may have a protective effect on myocardial infarction (MI). HYPOTHESIS: The purpose of the study was to...
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