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Impact of Vitamin D Receptor Genotypes on Taiwan Hallux Valgus.
In vivo (Athens, Greece) - 1 Jan 2000
Kuo Chien-Chung, Tsai Chun-Hao, Lin Tzu-Chieh, Wang Yun-Chi, Chang Hao-Wei, Mong Mei-Chin, Yang Ya-Chen, Wu Wen-Tzu, Hsu Shih-Wei, Chang Wen-Shin, Bau DA-Tian, Tsai Chia-Wen
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND/AIM: Hallux valgus (HV) is the most prevalent deformity affecting the forefoot; however, its genetic etiology remains unclear. In the literature, vitamin D receptor (VDR) genotypes have been reported to be associated with the risk of skeletal malformations accompanied by inflammation. This study aimed to examine the hypothesis that VDR genotypes are associated with the risk of HV. MATERIALS AND...
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