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Association between Carotid Intima-media Thickness and Aldehyde Dehydrogenase 2 Glu504Lys Polymorphism in Chinese Han with Essential Hypertension.
Chinese medical journal - 20 Jun 2016
Ma Xiao-Xiang, Zheng Shu-Zhan, Shu Yan, Wang Yong, Chen Xiao-Ping
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Aldehyde dehydrogenase 2 (ALDH2) is involved in the pathophysiological processes of cardiovascular diseases. Recent studies showed that mutant ALDH2 could increase oxidative stress and is a susceptible factor for hypertension. In addition, wild-type ALDH2 could improve the endothelial functions, therefore reducing the risk of developing atherosclerosis. The aim of the present study was to explore the...
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