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Novel single nucleotide polymorphism of the VEGF gene as a risk predictor for gastroduodenal ulcers.
Journal of gastroenterology and hepatology - 1 Dec 2008
Kim Yong Seok, Park Sang Woon, Kim Min Ho, Jang Eun Jeong, Park Ju Sang, Park Sang Jong, Baik Hyun Wook, Chung Gregory, Hahm Ki Baik
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND AND AIM: The gastroduodenal ulcer (GDU) mostly develops on the lesser curvature side of stomach and the anterior wall of duodenal bulb, irrespective of the etiologies including Helicobacter pylori infection, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, alcohol, etc. However, a clear explanation as to why ulcers are prevalent in these areas has still not been given. The current study was designed to evaluate...
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