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TRAIL gene 1595C/T polymorphisms contribute to the susceptibility and severity of intervertebral disc degeneration: a data synthesis.
BMC musculoskeletal disorders - 29 Dec 2017
Yuan Qi-Ling, Liu Liang, Cai Yong-Song, Zhang Yin-Gang
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BACKGROUND: Studies have investigated the correlation between tumor necrosis factor related apoptosis-inducing ligand (TRAIL) gene polymorphisms and the susceptibility and severity of intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD), but the results were inconsistent. To evaluate the specific relationship, we performed a meta-analysis to clarify the controversies. METHODS: Four databases were searched, and the pooled...
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