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Association between -308 G/A polymorphism in TNF-α gene and lichen planus: a meta-analysis.
Journal of dermatological science - 1 Dec 2012
Jin Xin, Wang Jiayi, Zhu Lili, Wang Lili, Dan Hongxia, Zeng Xin, Chen Qianming
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Different studies have conflicting opinions on the association between the -308 G/A polymorphism in TNF-α gene and genetic risk of lichen planus (LP). OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this meta-analysis is to comprehensively evaluate interactions on this polymorphism and LP risk. METHODS: A meta-analysis was employed to assess genetic risk of -308 G/A polymorphism in TNF-α gene for lichen planus. Odds ratios...
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