Article
Is catechol-O-methyltransferase gene associated with temporomandibular disorders? A systematic review and meta-analysis.
International journal of paediatric dentistry - 1 Jan 2021
Brancher João Armando, Bertoli Fernanda Mara de Paiva, Michels Bruna, Lopes-Faturri Aluhê, Pizzatto Eduardo, Losso Estela Maris, Orsi Juliana Schaia, Feltrin de Souza Juliana, Küchler Erika Calvano, Wambier Letícia Maíra
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is a condition, in which multiple factors act synergistically to determine the outcome of the disorder. AIM: A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to evaluate the association between genetic polymorphisms in catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) and TMD. DESIGN: Observational studies that investigated this association were included. The risk of bias and...
Topics
- Catechol O-Methyltransferase
- Genotype
- Humans
- Pain
- Polymorphism, Genetic
- Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
