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Genetic analysis of Factor XII and bradykinin catabolic enzymes in a family with estrogen-dependent inherited angioedema.
The Journal of allergy and clinical immunology - 1 Apr 2009
Duan Qing Ling, Binkley Karen, Rouleau Guy A
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BACKGROUND: Recent studies reported a gain-of-function mutation in the gene encoding coagulation Factor XII (F12) among 5 German and French families with estrogen-associated angioedema who share a common ancestor. The role of this factor, additional pathways that might contribute to increased bradykinin levels, or both remain to be determined in other families with estrogen-dependent or estrogen-associated...
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