Polymorphisms in the angiotensin converting enzyme gene and growth in the first year of life.

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Abnormal patterns of fetal and infant growth have been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease in adulthood. Catch-up growth during the first year of life has been associated with a higher prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus, whereas a lack of catch-up growth tracks with a risk of hypertension. The role of genetic factors influencing both growth and blood pressure have not been explored. We...

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