Article
Apolipoprotein E polymorphism is associated with both carotid and coronary atherosclerosis in patients with coronary artery disease.
Nutrition, metabolism, and cardiovascular diseases : NMCD - 1 May 2008
Granér Marit, Kahri Juhani, Varpula Marjut, Salonen Riitta M, Nyyssönen Kristiina, Jauhiainen Matti, Nieminen Markku S, Syvänne Mikko, Taskinen Marja-Riitta
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Apolipoprotein E (apoE) polymorphism plays a significant role in the development of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to examine the association between apoE polymorphism and carotid intima-media thickness (IMT), and severity and extent of coronary artery disease (CAD). METHODS AND RESULTS: B-mode ultrasound and quantitative coronary...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
