| A hypertension gene: are we there yet? | |
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PMID: 21787111 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death worldwide. Essential hypertension is a major risk factor for the development of other cardiovascular diseases and is caused by a combination of environmental and genetic factors, with up to 50% of blood pressure variance currently attributed to an individual's genetic makeup. By studying genes that cause monogenic forms of hypertension and pathways relevant to blood pressure control, a number of polymorphisms have been identified that increase an individual's risk of developing high blood pressure. We report on candidate gene association studies and genome-wide association studies that have been performed to date in the field of hypertension research. It is becoming clear that for the majority of people there is no single gene polymorphism that causes hypertension, but rather a number of common genetic variants, each having a small effect. Using pharmacogenomics to personalize the treatment of hypertension holds promise for achieving and sustaining normotensive pressures quickly, while minimizing the risk of adverse reactions and unwanted side-effects. This will decrease the risk of stroke and myocardial infarction in individuals and lead to a reduced burden of disease upon society as a whole. |
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Samantha J Lupton; Christine L Chiu; Joanne M Lind |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: Twin research and human genetics : the official journal of the International Society for Twin Studies Volume: 14 ISSN: 1832-4274 ISO Abbreviation: Twin Res Hum Genet Publication Date: 2011 Aug |
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Created Date: 2011-07-26 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 101244624 Medline TA: Twin Res Hum Genet Country: Australia |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 295-304 Citation Subset: IM |
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1 Unit of Molecular Physiology, School of Medicine, University of Western Sydney, Australia. |
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