- Tytuł:
- Meta-analysis of cytotoxic T lymphocyte antigen-4 (CTLA-4) genetic polymorphisms and Graves’ disease
- Autorzy:
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Kalarani, Iyshwarya Bhaskar
Veerabathiran, Ramakrishnan - Wydawca:
- Medical University of Gdańsk
- Cytata wydawnicza:
- Kalarani I B, Veerabathiran R. Meta-analysis of cytotoxic T lymphocyte antigen-4 (CTLA-4) genetic polymorphisms and Graves’ disease. Eur J Transl Clin Med. 2025;8(2):35-42. https://doi.org/10.31373/ejtcm/208803
- Opis:
- Background: Graves’ disease (GD) is an autoimmune disorder specific to the thyroid, characterized by a complex etiology influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. The CTLA-4 gene, known for its involvement in immune regulation, has been scrutinized regarding its potential contribution to GD susceptibility, particularly concerning the rs3087243 polymorphism. We conducted a meta-analysis to explore the association between this genetic variation and the likelihood of GD development. Methods: We thoroughly searched the PubMed, Medline, and EMBASE databases, as well as the reference lists of pertinent articles published up to 2024. Studies examining the association between GD and the CTLA-4 CT60 polymorphism were selected for inclusion. Data extraction and statistical analyses were conducted using Review Manager 5.4 software, which assessed multiple genetic models and the publication bias. Results: Six studies encompassing 1904 controls and 926 GD cases met the inclusion criteria. Our meta-analysis uncovered a substantial correlation between the CTLA-4 (rs3087243) polymorphism and GD across multiple genetic models (allele, homozygous, dominant, and recessive), suggesting the potential role of this genetic variant in predisposing individuals to GD. An examination of publication bias revealed symmetrical funnel plots. Conclusion: Our meta-analysis provides evidence for a significant association between GD and the CTLA-4 (rs3087243) polymorphism, highlighting its potential contribution to GD susceptibility. Additional investigation utilizing larger sample sizes and diverse populations is essential to corroborate these findings and clarify the exact mechanisms governing the association between the CTLA-4 gene and GD.
- Dostawca treści:
- Repozytorium Centrum Otwartej Nauki
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