Lipoprotein(a) Gene Polymorphism Increases a Risk Factor for Aortic Valve Calcification

Calcific aortic valve disease (CAVD) is a multifactorial condition. Both environmental and genetic factors play an important role in its etiology. CAVD exhibits a broad spectrum, varying from mild valve thickening to severe valve calcification and stenosis. Progression of the disease consists of chr...

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Main Authors: Ugur Ozkan, Fatih Ozcelik, Mustafa Yildiz, Metin Budak
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-08-01
Series:Journal of Cardiovascular Development and Disease
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2308-3425/6/3/31