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Polymorphisms in CYP2C9 are associated with response to indomethacin among neonates with patent ductus arteriosus.
Pediatric research - 1 Nov 2017
Smith Caitlin J, Ryckman Kelli K, Bahr Timothy M, Dagle John M
Abstract excerpt
BackgroundPatent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is a common complication seen in preterm infants. Indomethacin is routinely used to treat PDA. Evidence suggests that the response of indomethacin is highly heritable. This study investigated the association between single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in CYP2C9 and the closure of PDA in response to indomethacin.MethodsSix SNPs in CYP2C9 were analyzed for association...
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