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A thorough analysis of data on the correlation between COL9A1 polymorphisms and the susceptibility to congenital
Mohammad Golshan-Tafti1, Seyed Alireza Dastgheib2, Kamran Alijanpour3
1Department of Pediatrics, Islamic Azad University of Yazd, Yazd, Iran.
Insights
Genetic variations in the COL9A1 gene, specifically rs1135056 and rs35470562, are linked to congenital talipes equinovarus (CTEV) susceptibility. The rs592121 variant showed no such association in this meta-analysis.
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Orthopedics
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Congenital talipes equinovarus (CTEV) is a common pediatric foot deformity with complex causes.
- Investigating genetic factors is crucial for understanding CTEV etiology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a meta-analysis examining the association between COL9A1 gene polymorphisms and CTEV susceptibility.
- To identify specific genetic variants that may influence the risk of developing CTEV.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature review and meta-analysis of case-control studies published before November 15, 2023.
- Odds ratios (ORs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated to assess the strength of association.
- Random or fixed-effects models were used based on study heterogeneity, with analysis performed using Comprehensive Meta-Analysis software.
Main Results:
- Eight case-control studies comprising 833 CTEV patients and 1280 controls were analyzed.
- Significant associations were found between CTEV susceptibility and COL9A1 variants rs1135056 and rs35470562.
- No significant association was observed for the COL9A1 rs592121 variant.
Conclusions:
- The COL9A1 gene variants rs1135056 and rs35470562 are associated with an increased risk of CTEV.
- The COL9A1 rs592121 variant does not appear to be linked to CTEV susceptibility.
- Limitations include a small study population, which may affect the statistical reliability and generalizability of findings.
Background:
Congenital talipes equinovarus (CTEV) is a prevalent pediatric deformity with a multifactorial etiology. The objective of this meta-analysis was to explore the association between genetic variations in COL9A1 and the susceptibility to CTEV.
Methods:
A comprehensive analysis of pertinent literature released before November 15, 2023, in electronic bibliographic databases was carried out. The importance of the connection was clarified through odds ratios (ORs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs), utilizing random or fixed-effects models depending on study heterogeneity. Statistical analysis was executed using Comprehensive Meta-Analysis software (Version 4.0).
Results:
A total of eight case-control studies involving 833 CTEV patients and 1280 healthy individuals were included in the analysis. Among these, four studies investigated the rs1135056 variant, encompassing 432 CTEV cases and 603 controls; two studies examined the rs35470562 variant, with 189 CTEV cases and 378 controls; and two studies explored the rs592121 variant, including 212 CTEV cases and 299 controls. The results revealed a significant association between the rs1135056 and rs35470562 polymorphisms in the COL9A1 gene, suggesting an increased risk of CTEV in the overall population. Conversely, no such association was found for the rs592121 variant.
Conclusion:
Our findings reveal a substantial association between the genetic variants COL9A1 rs1135056 and rs35470562 and susceptibility to CTEV. Conversely, the variant rs592121 did not exhibit any corresponding link. However, the limitations imposed by the small study population have compromised the statistical reliability and generalizability of the results.
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