Preliminary studies on human aldosterone synthase (CYP11B2) gene polymorphism, matrix metalloprotease-9, apoptosis, and carotid atherosclerosis plaque size by proton magnetic resonance imaging
Hypothesis. Aldosterone has direct or indirect effects on atherosclerosis, and polymorphisms occur in the gene encoding aldosterone synthase (CYP11B2), the enzyme catalysing aldosterone biosynthesis. Genetic variations in aldosterone synthesis may influence progression of carotid atherosclerosis. Ma...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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SAGE Publications
2010-09-01
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| Series: | Journal of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/1470320309358109 |