Preliminary studies on human aldosterone synthase (CYP11B2) gene polymorphism, matrix metalloprotease-9, apoptosis, and carotid atherosclerosis plaque size by proton magnetic resonance imaging

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HYPOTHESIS: Aldosterone has direct or indirect effects on atherosclerosis, and polymorphisms occur in the gene encoding aldosterone synthase (CYP11B2), the enzyme catalysing aldosterone biosynthesis. Genetic variations in aldosterone synthesis may influence progression of carotid atherosclerosis. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Ten subjects were genotyped through the use of the polymerase chain reaction for two diallelic...

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