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Sex-differential genetic effect of phosphodiesterase 4D (PDE4D) on carotid atherosclerosis.
BMC medical genetics - 12 Jun 2010
Liao Yi-Chu, Lin Hsiu-Fen, Guo Yuh-Cherng, Yu Ming-Lung, Liu Ching-Kuan, Juo Suh-Hang Hank
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BACKGROUND: The phosphodiesterase 4D (PDE4D) gene was reported as a susceptibility gene to stroke. The genetic effect might be attributed to its role in modulating the atherogenic process in the carotid arteries. Using carotid intima-media thickness (IMT) and plaque index as phenotypes, the prese...
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