Article
Association between the rs1036819 polymorphism of the ZFAT gene and pelvic organ prolapse: a case-control study.
International urogynecology journal - 1 Oct 2023
da Silva Rebecca Sotelo Pinheiro, Bortolini Maria A T, Teixeira Juliana B, Batista Nilce C, Fitz Fatima F, Allen-Brady Kristina, Castro Rodrigo A
Abstract excerpt
INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS: The identification of risk factors for pelvic organ prolapse (POP) would contribute to planning prevention strategies. This study tests the hypothesis that the rs1036819 polymorphism in the ZFAT gene is associated with POP and investigates other risk factors for prolapse development. METHODS: A case-control study was carried out including 826 postmenopausal women divided into POP...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
