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Genetic polymorphisms of the angiotensin II type 1 receptor gene and diastolic heart failure.
Journal of hypertension - 1 Mar 2009
Wu Cho-Kai, Tsai Chia-Ti, Chang Yi-Cheng, Luo Jing-Ling, Wang Yi-Chih, Hwang Juey-Jen, Lin Jiunn-Lee, Tseng Chuen-Den, Chiang Fu-Tien
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVES: The aim of the study was to investigate the association between angiotensin II type 1 receptor (AGTR1) gene polymorphisms and diastolic heart failure (DHF) in a case controlled study. METHODS: Of 1752 consecutive patients analyzed, 176 diagnosed with DHF and confirmed by echocardiography were recruited. Controls were matched one-to-one by age, sex, hypertension, diabetes, renal function, and...
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