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Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase Polymorphisms and Risk of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss: a Case-Control Study.
Journal of Korean medical science - 1 Dec 2017
Hwang Kyu Ri, Choi Young Min, Kim Jin Ju, Lee Sung Ki, Yang Kwang Moon, Paik Eun Chan, Jeong Hyeon Jeong, Jun Jong Kwan, Yoon Sang Ho, Hong Min A
Abstract excerpt
The balance between coagulation and fibrinolysis is an essential part in early pregnancy. Mutations in methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) gene lead to decreased activity of the enzyme and hyperhomocysteinemia, which then induces platelet aggregation by promoting endothelial oxidative damage, possibly resulting in adverse effect on maintenance of pregnancy. We investigated the role of MTHFR single...
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