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An age-related decrease in factor V Leiden frequency among Polish subjects.
Journal of applied genetics - 1 Jan 2010
Adler G, Parczewski M, Czerska E, Loniewska B, Kaczmarczyk M, Gumprecht J, Grzeszczak W, Szybinska A, Mossakowska M, Ciechanowicz A
Abstract excerpt
Factor V Leiden (G1691A FV mutation) is a widely acknowledged risk factor of deep vein thrombosis, including pulmonary embolism as the most serious complication. However, its high prevalence of ~5%in the Caucasian population might be related to an unknown evolutionary advantage. It might exert a beneficial effect on the carrier, e.g. protecting women from excessive bleeding during labour or allowing increased...
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