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Association of ADAMTS5 gene polymorphisms with osteoarthritis in Chinese Han population: a community-based case-control study.
Rheumatology international - 1 Nov 2013
Gu Jiaao, Rong Jiesheng, Guan Fulin, Jiang Liying, Zhang Ting, Tao Shuqing, Guan Guofa, Xu Liang, Tao Tianzun
Abstract excerpt
Aggrecanase-2 (ADAMTS5) is reported to play essential roles in the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis (OA). To explore the relationship between ADAMTS5 gene polymorphisms and primary OA, we conducted a community-based case-control study. A total of 732 community residents aged 40-84 years participated in the community-based study in Northeast China. After taking physical examination and radiographic examination,...
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