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Genetic polymorphisms in the CD40 ligand gene and Kawasaki disease.
Journal of clinical immunology - 1 Sept 2008
Huang Fu-Yuan, Chang Tzu-Yang, Chen Ming-Ren, Chiu Nan-Chang, Chi Hsin, Lee Hung-Chang, Lin Shuan-Pei, Chen Chih-Kai, Chan Hui-Wen, Chen Wei-Fang, Liu Hsin-Fu, Chu Chen-Chung, Lin Marie, Lee Yann-Jinn
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BACKGROUND: Although some previous studies have reported that genetic and immunological factors play important roles in the pathogenesis of Kawasaki disease (KD), the etiological factors of this enigmatical pediatric disease are still poorly understood. PURPOSE: This study aims to investigate whether polymorphisms of the CD40 ligand (CD40L) gene are associated with KD and the development of coronary artery...
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