Meta-Analysis on the Correlation Between APOM rs805296 Polymorphism and Risk of Coronary Artery Disease
HongYan Sun1, Dong Shen1, ChunHong Zhang1
1Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China (mainland).
Background:
The present meta-analysis aimed to summarize the inconsistent findings on the association of apolipoprotein M gene (ApoM) rs805296 polymorphism with the risk of coronary artery disease (CAD), and to obtain a more authentic result about this topic.
Material/Methods:
A total of 7 available articles were identified through electronic databases--PubMed, EMBASE, and Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI)--and their useful data were carefully extracted. The relationship between ApoM rs805296 polymorphism and CAD risk was assessed by odds ratios (ORs) and corresponding 95% confidence intervals (95% CIs), which were calculated using the fixed- or random-effects model, according to the degree of heterogeneity. Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium test, sensitivity test, and publication bias examination were also performed in this meta-analysis.
Results:
According to the pooled results, ApoM rs805296 polymorphism conferred an increased risk of CAD under all the genetic contrasts: CC versus TT, CC + TC versus TT, CC versus TT+TC, C versus T, and TC versus TT (OR=2.13, 95% CI=1.16-3.91; OR=1.80, 95% CI=1.50-2.17; OR=1.91, 95% CI=1.04-3.51; OR=1.72, 95% CI=1.45-2.04; OR=1.78, 95% CI=1.47-2.15).
Conclusions:
ApoM rs805296 polymorphism may be a risk factor for developing CAD.
Insights
The apolipoprotein M gene (ApoM) rs805296 polymorphism is linked to a higher risk of coronary artery disease (CAD). This meta-analysis confirms this association, providing a clearer understanding of the genetic factors contributing to CAD.
Area of Science:
- Genetics and Cardiovascular Disease
- Molecular Epidemiology
- Biomarker Discovery
Background:
- Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a leading cause of mortality worldwide.
- The role of genetic variations, such as apolipoprotein M gene (ApoM) rs805296 polymorphism, in CAD risk is under investigation.
- Inconsistent findings necessitate a comprehensive meta-analysis to clarify the association.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize existing research on the ApoM rs805296 polymorphism and its association with coronary artery disease (CAD) risk.
- To provide a more definitive conclusion regarding the impact of this specific genetic variant on CAD development.
- To consolidate data from multiple studies for enhanced statistical power.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search across PubMed, EMBASE, and CNKI databases.
- Inclusion of 7 relevant studies for meta-analysis.
- Statistical assessment using odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (95% CIs) under fixed- or random-effects models.
- Evaluation of heterogeneity, Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium, sensitivity, and publication bias.
Main Results:
- The ApoM rs805296 polymorphism was associated with an increased risk of CAD across all genetic models analyzed.
- Specific contrasts showed significant risk increases: CC vs TT (OR=2.13), CC+TC vs TT (OR=1.80), CC vs TT+TC (OR=1.91), C vs T (OR=1.72), and TC vs TT (OR=1.78).
- Pooled results indicate a consistent elevation in CAD risk linked to this polymorphism.
Conclusions:
- The apolipoprotein M gene (ApoM) rs805296 polymorphism is identified as a potential risk factor for developing coronary artery disease (CAD).
- This finding contributes to understanding the genetic predisposition to CAD.
- Further research may explore the mechanisms underlying this genetic association.
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