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Association Between VKORC1 Gene Polymorphisms and Osteopenia and Osteoporosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) - 15 Jan 2026
Vesa Ştefan Cristian, Ichim Vlad-Mihai, Iluț Silvina, Miglietta Stefano, Lupu Mihai, Coada Camelia Alexandra, Macarie Antonia Eugenia, Chiroban Ovidiu, Buzoianu Anca Dana, Sabin Octavia
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Background and Objectives: The vitamin K epoxide reductase complex subunit 1 (VKORC1) plays a central role in the vitamin K cycle, which is essential for γ-carboxylation of multiple bone-related proteins. Genetic variants in VKORC1 may influence bone mineral density (BMD) and osteoporosis risk. Materials and Methods: A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted to evaluate the association between VKORC1...
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