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Brain-derived neurotrophic factor genetic polymorphism (rs6265) is protective against chemotherapy-associated cognitive impairment in patients with early-stage breast cancer.
Neuro-oncology - 1 Feb 2016
Ng Terence, Teo Shu Mei, Yeo Hui Ling, Shwe Maung, Gan Yan Xiang, Cheung Yin Ting, Foo Koon Mian, Cham Mooi Tai, Lee Jung Ah, Tan Yee Pin, Fan Gilbert, Yong Wei Sean, Preetha Madhukumar, Loh Wei-Jen Kiley, Koo Si-Lin, Jain Amit, Lee Guek Eng, Wong Mabel, Dent Rebecca, Yap Yoon Sim, Ng Raymond, Khor Chiea Chuen, Ho Han Kiat, Chan Alexandre
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BACKGROUND: Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a neurotrophin that regulates neuronal function and development, is implicated in several neurodegenerative conditions. Preliminary data suggest that a reduction of BDNF concentrations may lead to postchemotherapy cognitive impairment. We hypothesized that a single nucleotide polymorphism (rs6265) of the BDNF gene may predispose patients to cognitive...
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