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Socol FG, Craina M, Abu-Awwad SA, Socol ID, Farcas SS, Abu-Awwad A, Serban D, Bucur AI, Bernad E, Boscu L, Popa LC, Andreescu NI. Polymorphism Patterns and Socioeconomic Characteristics and Their Influence on the Risk of Preeclampsia. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2024; 60:890. [PMID: 38929507 PMCID: PMC11205525 DOI: 10.3390/medicina60060890] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2024] [Revised: 05/18/2024] [Accepted: 05/26/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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Background: Preeclampsia (PE) is a critical condition affecting pregnancies worldwide. Understanding its etiology, particularly the genetic factors, is vital. This study aims to investigate the association between ACE gene polymorphisms, specifically the ACE G2350A (rs4343) variant, and the predisposition to PE, offering insights into the genetic predisposition towards this complex condition. Methods: A case-control study was conducted with 140 participants without PE (Control Group) and 128 participants diagnosed with PE (PE Group). The study focused on comparing the prevalence of the rs4343 polymorphism between the groups. Results: The analysis identified a significantly reduced risk associated with the AG genotype and an insignificant increase in risk with the AA genotype. Statistically significant differences in demographic and clinical characteristics, such as BMI and marital status, were observed between the groups, suggesting a multifaceted risk profile for PE that includes genetic, environmental, and socio-economic factors. Conclusions: The study highlight the significant role of genetic variations, specifically the ACE G2350A (rs4343) polymorphism, in influencing PE predisposition. It highlights the intricate interplay between genetic predispositions and other risk factors in the development of PE. Further research is encouraged to expand on these findings and explore a wider range of genetic polymorphisms and their interactions with environmental factors.
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- Flavius George Socol
- Doctoral School, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Victor Babeş”, Eftimie Murgu Sq. No. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (F.G.S.); (I.D.S.); (L.B.)
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- Ist Clinic of Obstetrics and Gynecology, “Pius Brinzeu” County Clinical Emergency Hospital, 300723 Timisoara, Romania; (M.C.); (S.-A.A.-A.); (E.B.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania;
- Center for Laparoscopy, Laparoscopic Surgery and In Vitro Fertilization, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania
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- Ist Clinic of Obstetrics and Gynecology, “Pius Brinzeu” County Clinical Emergency Hospital, 300723 Timisoara, Romania; (M.C.); (S.-A.A.-A.); (E.B.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania;
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- Doctoral School, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Victor Babeş”, Eftimie Murgu Sq. No. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (F.G.S.); (I.D.S.); (L.B.)
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- Department of Microscopic Morphology—Genetics, Center of Genomic Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Victor Babes”, Eftimie Murgu Sq. No. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (S.S.F.); (L.C.P.); (N.I.A.)
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- Department XV—Discipline of Orthopedics—Traumatology, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and 21 Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania;
- Research Center University Professor Doctor Teodor Sora, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and 23 Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania;
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- Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases Timisoara, 300310 Timisoara, Romania
- Department of Functional Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy from Timișoara, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
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- Ist Clinic of Obstetrics and Gynecology, “Pius Brinzeu” County Clinical Emergency Hospital, 300723 Timisoara, Romania; (M.C.); (S.-A.A.-A.); (E.B.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania;
- Center for Laparoscopy, Laparoscopic Surgery and In Vitro Fertilization, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania
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- Doctoral School, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Victor Babeş”, Eftimie Murgu Sq. No. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (F.G.S.); (I.D.S.); (L.B.)
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- Department of Microscopic Morphology—Genetics, Center of Genomic Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Victor Babes”, Eftimie Murgu Sq. No. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (S.S.F.); (L.C.P.); (N.I.A.)
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- Department of Microscopic Morphology—Genetics, Center of Genomic Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Victor Babes”, Eftimie Murgu Sq. No. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (S.S.F.); (L.C.P.); (N.I.A.)
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Petrashova DA, Kolomeichuk SN. Effect of Angiotensin-I Converting Enzyme Gene Insertion/Deletion Polymorphism on genome instability in children living in Russian Arctic. Klin Lab Diagn 2021; 66:635-640. [PMID: 34665951 DOI: 10.51620/0869-2084-2021-66-10-635-640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Main risks of arterial hypertension manifest in childhood. Children living in the Far North are especially susceptible to this. There is a need for an inexpensive, non-invasive and simple diagnosis of the risk of childhood pathologies. It was previously found that the genotype DD of the in/del polymorphic marker of the ACE gene is found in people at risk of developing cardiovascular pathologies. Buccal micronucleus cytome assay and genetic analysis were used in the work. In total, 77 schoolchildren from the city of Apatity, aged 15-17 years old, were examined. We have shown that carriers of the D allele have a tendency to an increase in the frequency of cells with micronuclei. In the case of homozygous I/I variant, the frequency of occurrence of cells with karyopycnosis is significantly higher than in carriers of allele D. Polymorphic marker in/del of the ACE gene is associated with apoptotic changes in the cells of the studied children. The in/del polymorphic marker of the ACE gene can be used as a prognostic marker of the processes of genome destabilization at the early stages of development of the human body.
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- Karelian Science Center, Russian Academy of Sciences.,Nothern State Medical University
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Metabolic Profile and Body Composition in Twins Concordant and Discordant for Physical Exercise. Twin Res Hum Genet 2020; 23:241-246. [PMID: 32696732 DOI: 10.1017/thg.2020.58] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the differences in the metabolic profile and body composition of monozygotic (MZ) twins concordant and discordant for the practice of physical exercise. The sample consisted of 92 MZ twins (72.5% female and 27.5% male, mean age 25.4 ± 5.69 years), registered with the Brazilian Registry of Twins, residing in Natal, Brazil. Data collection was carried out between the years 2016 and 2018. On day 1, subjects underwent a whole-body fitness evaluation, including measures of weight, height, body composition by Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry and the Cardiorespiratory Exercise Test. On day 2, 10 ml blood samples were collected (overnight fasting) to determine the lipid profile and fasting glucose. The sample was separated into three groups: Active Concordant twins (Concordant A, n = 44 subjects), Inactive Concordant twins (Concordant I, n = 22 subjects) and Discordant pairs for Physical Exercise (Discordant PE, n = 26 subjects). The results demonstrated a difference between the discordant twins for exercise and also between the active versus sedentary groups, indicating a causal effect of exercise on the fat percentage, maximum oxygen consumption (VO2max) and second ventilatory threshold variables. Between groups, a difference was also observed between the groups in ventilatory threshold, very low-density lipoprotein and triglycerides. We concluded that, regardless of genetics, the practice of physical exercise was sufficient to generate alterations in body composition and VO2max in MZ twins, but not in the lipid profile or fasting glucose.
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Zinchuk VV, Zhadko DD, Gulyai IE. [Prooxidant-antioxidant balance depending on endothelial nitric oxide synthase G894T polymorphism]. BIOMEDITSINSKAIA KHIMIIA 2018; 64:349-353. [PMID: 30135282 DOI: 10.18097/pbmc20186404349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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The aim of the study was to assess the prooxidant-antioxidant balance depending on endothelial nitric oxide synthase G894T polymorphism. The frequency distribution of alleles and genotypes of G894T polymorphism, nitrite concentration, hydrogen sulphide, lipid peroxidation products (diene conjugates, malonic dialdehyde), antioxidants (reduced glutathione, catalase, ceruloplasmin, retinol) were determined in venous blood of healthy males. The incidence of the GG genotype was 49.1%, GT - 44.2%, TT - 6.7%. The level of malonic dialdehyde in erythrocytes with the GG genotype is 16.8% lower than in the genotype GT. The concentration of hydrogen sulphide in the blood with the GG genotype was 27.5 [18,2; 32,5] mM, GT - 28.6 [22.9; 33.8] mM, TT - 36.3 [33.8; 42.5] mM. The content of total nitrites in plasma with the GG genotype was 10.4 [9,0; 12,5] mM, GT - 10.4 [8.9; 11.8] mM, TT - 9.4 [8.8; 9.8] mM. The genotype GG causes a lower level of malonic dialdehyde in comparison with the heterozygous genotype. The G894T polymorphism allele T is associated with a low content of total nitrites in the plasma and a high concentration of hydrogen sulfide. The data obtained suggest that if the oxygen supply of the organism is impaired, the endothelial nitric oxide synthase G894T polymorphism may be important for the oxidative stress development.
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- V V Zinchuk
- Grodno State Medical University, Grodno, Belarus
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- Grodno State Medical University, Grodno, Belarus
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- Grodno State Medical University, Grodno, Belarus
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Synergic predisposing effect of G894T (eNOS), 4G/5G (PAI) and T1131C (APOA5) polymorphisms to myocardial infarction. GENE REPORTS 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.genrep.2018.03.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Hassani Idrissi H, Hmimech W, Diakite B, Korchi F, Baghdadi D, Habbal R, Nadifi S. Association of G894T eNOS, 4G/5G PAI and T1131C APOA5 polymorphisms with susceptibility to myocardial infarction in Morocco. Meta Gene 2016; 9:56-61. [PMID: 27222817 PMCID: PMC4856856 DOI: 10.1016/j.mgene.2016.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2015] [Revised: 01/30/2016] [Accepted: 03/23/2016] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Background Myocardial infarction (MI) is a common multifactorial disease. Numerous studies have found that genetic plays an essential role in MI occurrence. The main objective of our case–control study is to explore the association of G894T eNOS (rs1799983), 4G/5G PAI (rs1799889) and T1131C APOA5 (rs662799) polymorphisms with MI susceptibility in the Moroccan population. Methods and results 118 MI patients were recruited vs 184 healthy controls. DNA samples were genotyped by PCR-RFLP method using MboI, BslI and MseI restriction enzymes respectively for the G894T eNOS, 4G/5G PAI and T1131C APOA5 polymorphisms. Our results show that the G894T eNOS was significantly associated with increased risk of MI under the three genetic transmission models (dominant: OR = 1.64, 95% CI = 1.05–2.58, P = 0.003; recessive: OR = 2.15, 95% CI = 0.74–6.16, P = 0.03; additive: OR = 1.54, 95% CI = 1.06–2.23, P = 0.001). The T1131C APOA5 polymorphism was associated to MI risk in recessive and additive models (OR = 1.53, 95% CI = 0.72–3.2, P = 0.04 and OR = 1.78, 95% CI = 1.26–2.51, P = 0.03 respectively). For the 4G/5G PAI variant, even the cases and controls groups were not in Hardy–Weinberg Equilibrium (HWE), the dominant and additive models show a statistically significant association with MI risk (OR = 7.96, 95%CI = 3.83–16.36, P = 0.01 and OR = 1.96, 95% CI = 1.4–2.72, P = 0.03 respectively). Conclusion Our results suggest that G894T eNOS and T1131C APOA5 polymorphisms may be considered as genetic markers of MI among the Moroccan population. Further studies including larger sample sizes and exploring more genetic associations are needed to confirm our results and to better understand the susceptibility to MI.
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- Hind Hassani Idrissi
- Laboratory of Genetics and Molecular Pathology, Medical School, University Hassan II, Casablanca, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Genetics and Molecular Pathology, Medical School, University Hassan II, Casablanca, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Genetics and Molecular Pathology, Medical School, University Hassan II, Casablanca, Morocco
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- Department of Cardiology, University Hospital Center Ibn Rochd, Casablanca, Morocco
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- Department of Cardiology, University Hospital Center Ibn Rochd, Casablanca, Morocco
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- Department of Cardiology, University Hospital Center Ibn Rochd, Casablanca, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Genetics and Molecular Pathology, Medical School, University Hassan II, Casablanca, Morocco
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Childhood Obesity, Arterial Stiffness, and Prevalence and Treatment of Hypertension. CURRENT TREATMENT OPTIONS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE 2014; 16:339. [DOI: 10.1007/s11936-014-0339-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Gaio V, Nunes B, Fernandes A, Mendonça F, Horta Correia F, Beleza Á, Gil AP, Bourbon M, Vicente A, Dias CM, Barreto da Silva M. Genetic variation at the CYP2C19 gene associated with metabolic syndrome susceptibility in a South Portuguese population: results from the pilot study of the European Health Examination Survey in Portugal. Diabetol Metab Syndr 2014; 6:23. [PMID: 24548628 PMCID: PMC3932792 DOI: 10.1186/1758-5996-6-23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2013] [Accepted: 01/29/2014] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a cluster of conditions that occur together, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Since pathways implicated in different diseases reveal surprising insights into shared genetic bases underlying apparently unrelated traits, we hypothesize that there are common genetic components involved in the clustering of MetS traits. With the aim of identifying these common genetic components, we have performed a genetic association study by integrating MetS traits in a continuous MetS score. METHODS A cross-sectional study developed in the context of the Portuguese Component of the European Health Examination Survey (EHES) was used. Data was collected through a detailed questionnaire and physical examination. Blood samples were collected and biochemical analyses were performed. Waist circumference, blood pressure, glucose, triglycerides and high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL) levels were used to compute a continuous MetS score, obtained by Principal Component Analysis. A total of 37 single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) were genotyped and individually tested for association with the score, adjusting for confounding variables. RESULTS A total of 206 individuals were studied. Calculated MetS score increased progressively with increasing number of risk factors (P < 0.001). We found a significant association between CYP2C19 rs4244285 and the MetS score not detected using the MetS dichotomic approach. Individuals with the A allelic variant seem to be protected against MetS, displaying a lower MetS score (Mean difference: 0.847; 95%CI: 0.163-1.531; P = 0.015), after adjustment for age, gender, smoking status, excessive alcohol consumption and physical inactivity. An additive genetic effect of GABRA2 rs279871, NPY rs16147 and TPMT rs1142345 in the MetS score variation was also found. CONCLUSIONS This is the first report of a genetic association study using a continuous MetS score. The significant association found between the CYP2C19 polymorphism and the MetS score but not with the individual associated traits, emphasizes the importance of lipid metabolism in a MetS common etiological pathway and consequently on the clustering of different cardiovascular risk factors. Despite the sample size limitation of our study, this strategy can be useful to find genetic factors involved in the etiology of other disorders that are defined in a dichotomized way.
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- Vânia Gaio
- Departamento de Epidemiologia, Instituto Nacional de Saúde Doutor Ricardo Jorge, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Departamento de Epidemiologia, Instituto Nacional de Saúde Doutor Ricardo Jorge, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Laboratório de Saúde Pública Dra. Laura Ayres, Faro, Portugal
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- Laboratório de Saúde Pública Dra. Laura Ayres, Faro, Portugal
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- Departamento de Epidemiologia, Instituto Nacional de Saúde Doutor Ricardo Jorge, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Departamento de Promoção da Saúde e Prevenção das Doenças Não Transmissíveis, Instituto Nacional de Saúde Doutor Ricardo Jorge, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Departamento de Promoção da Saúde e Prevenção das Doenças Não Transmissíveis, Instituto Nacional de Saúde Doutor Ricardo Jorge, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Departamento de Epidemiologia, Instituto Nacional de Saúde Doutor Ricardo Jorge, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Departamento de Epidemiologia, Instituto Nacional de Saúde Doutor Ricardo Jorge, Lisboa, Portugal
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Eltas A, Oguz F, Uslu MO, Akdemir E. The effect of periodontal treatment in improving erectile dysfunction: a randomized controlled trial. J Clin Periodontol 2012; 40:148-54. [DOI: 10.1111/jcpe.12039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2012] [Revised: 10/05/2012] [Accepted: 10/30/2012] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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- Abubekir Eltas
- Department of Periodontology; Faculty of Dentistry; Inonu University; Malatya Turkey
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- Department of Urology; Faculty of Medicine; Inonu University; Malatya Turkey
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- Department of Periodontology; Faculty of Dentistry; Inonu University; Malatya Turkey
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- Department of Urology; Faculty of Medicine; Inonu University; Malatya Turkey
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Hermans MP, Ahn SA, Rousseau MF. eNOS [Glu298Asp] polymorphism, erectile function and ocular pressure in type 2 diabetes. Eur J Clin Invest 2012; 42:729-37. [PMID: 22224829 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2362.2011.02638.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Imbalance in nitric oxide (NO), an atheroprotective vasodilator, is associated with endothelial dysfunction, cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and diabetic complications. Various endothelial NO synthase (eNOS) polymorphisms may affect NO bioavailability, thereby promoting adverse cardiovascular milieu. MATERIALS AND METHODS To analyze glucose homeostasis, cardiometabolic phenotype, and micro- and macroangiopathies associated with eNOS G894T gene polymorphism in type 2 diabetes (T2DM). 210 T2DM outpatients (mean age (1SD) 70 (12); diabetes duration 19 (9) years; males:females 64:36%; metabolic syndrome 87%) had insulin sensitivity and b-cell function modelled with HOMA, alongside routine laboratory and endothelin measurements. RESULTS GG, GT and TT genotypes represented 48% (n = 100), 39% (n = 83) and 13% (n = 27). Overall microangiopathy (retinopathy, neuropathy and/or nephropathy) was present in 74%, and overall macroangiopathy (CAD, PAD and/or TIA/stroke) in 45%. The TT genotype did not translate into a more severe vascular phenotype, as TT patients carrying the proposed risk genotype did not suffer a higher rate of micro- and macrovascular complications. On the other hand, erectile dysfunction, present in 60% of males (n = 135), was much more prevalent in TT males: 57% [GG & GT] vs. 93% in TT (p 0.0088). Ocular hypertension/glaucoma frequency (18% of the whole group) was also markedly different, albeit in opposing directions, between eNOS G894T gene polymorphism subgroups: 21% [GG & GT] vs. 0% prevalence (TT; p 0.0057). CONCLUSIONS eNOS G894T gene polymorphism in homozygous TT carriers translates into opposing effects on erectile function (detrimental) and ocular hypertension/glaucoma (protective) in T2DM, without affecting glucose homeostasis determinants or the presence of micro- and macrovascular complications.
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- Michel P Hermans
- Service d'Endocrinologie et Nutrition, Université catholique de Louvain, avenue Hippocrate UCL 54, Brussels, Belgium.
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