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  • Title: [Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) C677T polymorphism in ischemic vascular disease].
    Author: Sánchez-Marín B, Grasa JM.
    Journal: Rev Neurol; ; 43(10):630-6. PubMed ID: 17099857.
    Abstract:
    AIM: Genetic and metabolism of C677T methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) mutation and its relationship with ischemic vascular disease are revised. DEVELOPMENT: Homocygotes for C677T MTHFR mutation, 10-15% of general population, develop a thermolabil variant of the MTHFR enzyme which has a reduced functional activity. Because of this lower activity, is more likely for these patients to have mild hyperhomocysteinemia, a potential vascular risk factor, through their lives. A correct intake of folates and group B vitamins can help to compensate this genetic trend caused by the mutation. CONCLUSION: Molecular finding of C677T MTHFR mutation allow us to identify a part of population with a potential risk factor for ischemic vascular disease, with the advantage that is an easily revertible factor by modulation of the diet.
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