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FGF-2 Gene Polymorphism in Osteoporosis among Guangxi's Zhuang Chinese.
International journal of molecular sciences - 27 Jun 2017
Bin Xiaoyun, Lin Chaowen, Huang Xiufeng, Zhou Qinghui, Wang Liping, Xian Cory J
Abstract excerpt
Osteoporosis is a complex multifactorial disorder of gradual bone loss and increased fracture risk. While previous studies have shown the importance of many genetic factors in determining peak bone mass and fragility fractures and in suggesting involvement of fibroblast growth factor-2 (FGF-2) in bone metabolism and bone mass, the relationship of FGF-2 genetic diversity with bone mass/osteoporosis has not yet...
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