Genetic background of acute coronary syndromes
Jozefa Dabek1, Andrzej Kulach, Zbigniew Gasior
1Department of Cardiology, Medical University of Silesia, Ziolowa 47, PL-40-635 Katowice, Poland.
Abstract:
Acute coronary syndromes (ACS) are one of the major causes of mortality nowadays. Although much is known about factors involved in atherogenesis and acute coronary events, there are still many cases in which a lack of classical risk factors, together with family history, suggests the presence of an unrevealed genetic predisposition and molecular mechanisms. This paper reviews genetic predisposition to ACS. It also indicates which genes are linked to the processes of destabilization and rupture of atherosclerotic plaque and thus may be potential targets for more effective prophylaxis and treatment.
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