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The Impact of CDH13 Polymorphism and Statin Administration on TG/HDL Ratio in Cardiovascular Patients.
Yonsei medical journal - 1 Nov 2015
Choi Jung Ran, Jang Yangsoo, Kim Yoon Sungjoo, Park Jong Keun, Sorn Sungbin Richard, Park Mi-Young, Lee Myoungsook
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PURPOSE: Adiponectin is expressed in adipose tissue, and is affected by smoking, obesity, and genetic factors, such as CDH13 polymorphism, contributing to the development of coronary vascular diseases (CVDs). MATERIALS AND METHODS: We investigated the effect of genetic variations of CDH13 (rs3865188) on blood chemistry and adiponectin levels in 345 CVD patients undergoing statin-free or statin treatment. RESULTS:...
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