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Association between Psoriasis and MTHFR polymorphisms: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Archives of dermatological research - 21 May 2024
Matsuo Rika, Haught Katrina, Guo William, Na Sean, Lu Kimberly, Kaufmann Tara, Siamas Katherine
Abstract excerpt
Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) is key to the metabolism of folic acid, with loss of function mutations resulting in elevated homocysteine levels, a known risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Psoriasis patients may demonstrate hyperhomocysteinemia. To assess for the association between psoriasis and MTHFR C677T and A1298C polymorphisms. A systematic literature search was conducted in MEDLINE,...
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