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Vitamin D Receptor Gene Polymorphisms and Environment Influencing the Impact on Survival in Hemodialysis Patients.
Iranian journal of kidney diseases - 1 Jul 2018
Machado-Souza Cleber, Braosi Ana Paula Ribeiro, Luczyszyn Sônia Mara, Olandoski Marcia, Riella Miguel Carlos, Trevilatto Paula Cristina, Pecoits-Filho Roberto
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INTRODUCTION: The vitamin D-receptor axis is involved in multiple physiological functions and altered states such as hypertension, mineral metabolism disorders, and inflammation. These disturbances are major risk factors for progression to end-stage kidney disease and cardiovascular disease. In addition, changes in internal systemic environment could be influencing the impact of survival in patients with kidney...
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