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Relationship between IL-1A polymorphisms and gingival overgrowth in renal transplant recipients receiving Cyclosporin A.
Journal of clinical periodontology - 1 Nov 2006
Bostanci Nagihan, Ilgenli Tunç, Pirhan Demet Can, Clarke Fiona M, Marcenes Wagner, Atilla Gül, Hughes Francis J, McKay Ian J
Abstract excerpt
AIM: Levels of interleukin-1alpha (IL-1alpha) are elevated in periodontal inflammation. IL-1A gene polymorphisms are associated with inflammatory diseases. This study aimed to investigate IL-1A gene polymorphism in Cyclosporin A (CsA)-treated renal transplant patients and investigate the association between this polymorphism and gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) levels of several cytokines. MATERIALS AND METHODS:...
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