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Polymorphism of A118G in μ-opioid receptor gene is associated with risk of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma in a Chinese population.
International journal of clinical oncology - 1 Aug 2013
Wang Song, Li Yang, Liu Xiang-Dong, Zhao Chun-Xiong, Yang Kun-Qing
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Previous studies have indicated a direct effect of μ-opioid receptors on tumor progression or recurrence. An A118G polymorphism in the μ-opioid receptor gene was believed to play an important role in this carcinogenic process. The aim of the present study was to investigate the association between the A118G polymorphism and the risk of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) in a Chinese population....
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