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Genetic Polymorphisms and Genetic Risk Scores Contribute to the Risk of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) in a North Indian Population.
International journal of molecular sciences - 5 Aug 2024
Mastana Sarabjit, Halai Kushni Charisma, Akam Liz, Hunter David John, Singh Puneetpal
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Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of death in India. Many genetic polymorphisms play a role in regulating oxidative stress, blood pressure and lipid metabolism, contributing to the pathophysiology of CAD. This study examined the association between ten polymorphisms and CAD in the Jat Sikh population from Northern India, also considering polygenic risk scores. This study included 177 CAD cases...
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