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The association between leptin receptor gene polymorphisms and type 2 diabetes mellitus: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Diabetes research and clinical practice - 1 Nov 2016
Su Shu, Zhang Chunhua, Zhang Fan, Li Hui, Yang Xuewei, Tang Xiaojun
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BACKGROUND: Several case-control studies have demonstrated a relationship between leptin receptor (LEPR) gene polymorphism and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) risk, though the results have not always been consistent among diverse populations. This meta-analysis was designed to assess a more accurate association between LEPR polymorphism and T2DM. METHODS: Eight electronic databases were consulted and researchers...
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