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Genetic variants of connexin37 are associated with carotid intima-medial thickness and future onset of ischemic stroke.
Atherosclerosis - 1 Jan 2011
Leu Hsin-Bang, Chung Chia-Min, Chuang Shao-Yuan, Bai Chyi-Huey, Chen Jiunn-Rong, Chen Jaw-Wen, Pan Wen-Harn
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BACKGROUND: Carotid intima-medial thickness (IMT) is a surrogate marker of subclinical atherosclerosis. This study aimed to investigate the impacts of genetic variants on IMT and future development of ischemic stroke in a cohort, followed by an independent replication study. METHODS: B-mode carot...
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