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Artificial Intelligence Based Study Association between p53 Gene Polymorphism and Endometriosis: A Systematic Review
Xia Ma1, Xiaoxiao Jin1, Xiujuan Shao1
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Taizhou Hospital, Taizhou 317000, Zhejiang, China.
Computational Intelligence and Neuroscience
|November 28, 2022
Summary
The P53 gene
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Oncology
- Reproductive Medicine
Background:
- The tumor suppressor P53 gene is crucial in cancer development.
- Existing research suggests a link between the P53 gene and endometriosis risk, but findings are inconsistent.
- This study investigates the association between the P53 rs1042522 single nucleotide polymorphism and endometriosis incidence.
Approach:
- A meta-analysis was conducted to consolidate existing clinical data.
- A comprehensive literature search was performed across major scientific databases (PubMed, MEDLINE, EMBASE, Springer, Web of Science).
- Eight relevant studies with a total of 2991 participants (1551 cases, 1440 controls) were included and analyzed using Revman5.3.
Key Points:
- Meta-analysis revealed significant differences in GG gene frequency (OR=0.56) and allele C (OR=0.62) between endometriosis patients and controls.
- Allele G showed a significant association with increased endometriosis risk (OR=2.46).
- No significant differences were observed for GC and CC gene frequencies.
Conclusions:
- A significant correlation exists between P53 gene single nucleotide polymorphism and endometriosis incidence.
- Reduced GG gene frequency and increased allele C are associated with a higher risk of endometriosis.
- These findings highlight the potential role of P53 gene variations in endometriosis pathogenesis.
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