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[Relationship between I/D polymorphism of angiotensin I converting enzyme gene and microvascular complications in type 2 diabetic patients].
Przeglad lekarski - 1 Jan 2007
Moleda Piotr, Majkowska Liliana, Safranow Krzysztof, Adler Grazyna, Goracy Iwona
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BACKGROUND: Type 2 diabetes mellitus is an increasing problem in developed countries. Microvascular diabetic complications can lead to worsening of the quality of life and lifespan shortening of diabetic patients. The renin-angiotensin system (RAS) seems to play an important role in microvascular blood flow. I/D polymorphism of angiotensin I converting enzyme (ACE) affecting activity of RAS may contribute to...
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