The GSTM1 null genotype increased risk of gastric cancer: a meta-analysis based on 46 studies.

BACKGROUND: Glutathione S-transferases M1 (GSTM1) is an important phase II metabolizing enzyme. The null genotype of GSTM1 causes total loss of GSTM1 enzyme activity and numerous studies have investigated the association between GSTM1 null genotype and gastric cancer risk. METHODS: This meta-analysi...

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Main Authors: Yi Zhao, Xin Deng, Guoqing Song, Shibo Qin, Zhanzhan Liu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2013-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3820558?pdf=render