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Exploring the connection between HLA class I and class II genotypes and diabetic retinopathy: A comprehensive review of experimental evidence.
Experimental eye research - 1 Nov 2024
Souri Zahra, Ahmadieh Hamid
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Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a microvascular complication associated with diabetes mellitus (DM). During the course of the disease, high blood glucose levels induce damage to the vasculature of the retina and promote neovascularization. Although numerous environmental risk factors have been associated with the emergence of DR, the role of genetics should not be underestimated. The human leukocyte antigen (HLA)...
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