The Y chromosome's role!

Inheritance of coronary artery disease in men: an analysis of the role of the Y chromosome

 Background:       A sexual dimorphism exists in the incidence and prevalence of coronary artery disease—men are more commonly affected than are age-matched women. We explored the role of the Y chromosome in coronary artery disease in the context of this sexual inequity.

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http://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736%2811%2961453-0/fulltext

Interpretation

The human Y chromosome is associated with risk of coronary artery disease in men of European ancestry, possibly through interactions of immunity and inflammation.

Funding

British Heart Foundation; UK National Institute for Health Research; LEW Carty Charitable Fund; National Health and Medical Research Council of Australia; European Union 6th Framework Programme; Wellcome Trust.

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Nelda