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A study of genes encoding cytokines (IL6, IL10, TNF), cytokine receptors (IL6R, IL6ST), and glucocorticoid receptor (NR3C1) and susceptibility to bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
BMC medical genetics - 1 Nov 2014
Huusko Johanna M, Karjalainen Minna K, Mahlman Mari, Haataja Ritva, Kari M Anneli, Andersson Sture, Toldi Gergely, Tammela Outi, Rämet Mika, Lavoie Pascal M, Hallman Mikko
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BACKGROUND: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is a common chronic lung disease associated with very preterm birth. The major risk factors include lung inflammation and lung immaturity. In addition, genetic factors play an important role in susceptibility to moderate-to-severe BPD. In this study, t...
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