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Lack of association of matrix metalloproteinase-3 gene polymorphism with susceptibility to rheumatoid arthritis: a meta-analysis.
BMC musculoskeletal disorders - 18 Nov 2014
Feng Zhitao, He Guochao, Chen Zhuanghong, Wu Zhengzhi, Li Juan
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BACKGROUND: Epidemiological studies have investigated the association between matrix metalloproteinase-3(MMP-3) gene-1171 5A/6A polymorphism and rheumatoid arthritis (RA), but the results were inconsistent. To evaluate the specific relationship, we performed a meta-analysis to clarify the controversies. METHODS: The relevant literatures dated to December 07th 2013 were retrieved from PubMed, EMBASE and the China...
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