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Published on: April 1, 2019
Angiotensin type 1 receptor A1166C gene polymorphism is associated with endothelial dysfunction and in-stent
Yu Li1, Fang Chen1, Xiaoling Zhang1
1Department of Cardiology, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University Chaoyang District 100029, Beijing, China.
Insights
The angiotensin type 1 receptor (AT1R) CC genotype is linked to endothelial dysfunction and in-stent restenosis (ISR) after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). This finding supports genome-based cardiovascular disease prevention strategies.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Genetics
- Interventional Cardiology
- Endothelial Biology
Background:
- Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is vital for ischemic cardiovascular diseases but limited by in-stent restenosis (ISR).
- Current preventive medications like aspirin and statins have adverse effects and limited efficacy in reducing ISR.
- Altered endothelial function is a key factor contributing to post-PCI ISR.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between angiotensin type 1 receptor (AT1R) A1166C gene polymorphisms and endothelial dysfunction.
- To determine the role of AT1R gene polymorphisms in the development of ISR following PCI.
Main Methods:
- Prospective genotyping of 483 ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) patients undergoing PCI using PCR and RFLP.
- Assessment of endothelial function via flow-mediated dilation (FMD) in relation to different AT1R genotypes.
- Statistical analysis using univariable and multivariable models to evaluate the significance of AT1R polymorphisms in ISR development.
Main Results:
- AT1R genotype distribution (AA, AC, CC) correlated with blood oxidative stress biomarkers and reduced FMD post-PCI (P<0.05).
- The AT1R CC genotype showed a strong association with the development of ISR within 3 years post-PCI (OR=3.736, P<0.001).
Conclusions:
- The CC genotype of the AT1R gene is linked to impaired endothelial function and increased risk of ISR after PCI.
- These findings provide a basis for genome-based prevention strategies for cardiovascular diseases and pre-treatment considerations for patients undergoing PCI.
Background And Purpose:
Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) has been commonly used in the treatment of ischemic cardiovascular diseases, but the postprocedural in-stent restenosis (ISR) associated with altered endothelial functions has limited the clinical application of it; preventive medication with aspirin and statins has underlying adverse effects despite lowered risk of ISR. The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of angiotensin type 1 receptor (AT1R) A1166C gene polymorphisms in the development of endothelial dysfunction and ISR after PCI.
Methods:
A total of 483 ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) patients undergoing PCI were prospectively genotyped using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and restriction fragment length polymorphism assay. The demographic, clinical, laboratory and angiographic parameters were recorded peri-procedurally and the patients were followed within 3 years. The flow-mediated dilation (FMD) was used to reflect the short-term changes in endothelial functions among different genotypes. The significance of AT1R gene polymorphisms in the development of ISR was analyzed using univariable and multivariable models.
Results:
Amongst 483 patients, the distribution of the AT1R genotypes (AA, AC and CC) was associated with the levels of blood biomarkers of oxidative stress and deteriorated FMD after PCI (P<0.05). In univariable and multivariable logistic regression analysis, it was shown that AT1R CC genotype is strongly associated with the development of restenosis within 3 years after PCI (OR=3.736; P<0.001; calibrated OR=4.104; P<0.001).
Conclusion:
The CC AT1R genotype was associated with deteriorated endothelial functions in the target vessels of PCI and intermediate to long-term ISR. Our findings contribute to the foundation of genome-based prevention for high risk groups of cardiovascular diseases and pretreatment for the patients undergoing PCI.
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