Genomic Research to Identify Novel Pathways in the Development of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a common disease with a large heritable component. There is a need to improve our understanding of AAA pathogenesis in order to develop novel treatment paradigms. Genomewide association studies have revolutionized research into the genetic variants that underpin th...

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Main Authors: Seamus C. Harrison, Anastasia Z. Kalea, Michael V. Holmes, Obi Agu, Steve E. Humphries
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Cardiology Research and Practice
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/852829