T helper cell‑related cytokine gene polymorphisms and vitamin D pathway gene polymorphisms as predictors of survival probability in patients on renal replacement therapy.

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INTRODUCTION: Negative outcomes in patients on renal replacement therapy (RRT) may have a source in T helper (Th)-cell imbalance or vitamin D deficiency. OBJECTIVES: We examined the association of genes encoding cytokines related to Th1 and Th2 cells and vitamin D pathway genes with survival probability of patients on RRT. PATIENTS AND METHODS: The study included 1253 patients on hemodialysis. IL13, IL4R, IL18,...

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