A genetic variation, found predominantly in African Americans, protects some people with heart failure, enabling them to live longer than expected.
Researchers found that the genetic variation acts just like beta-blockers, a class of drugs used to treat chronic heart failure.
The researchers say their discovery adds to the accumulating evidence that genetic differences contribute to the way people respond to medications.
chronic heart failureGenetic variant mimics effect of heart failure medicationsEurekAlert! - Chemistry, Physics and Materials Sciences Sat, 04/19/2008 - 22:00
Genetic Variant Mimics Effect Of Heart Failure MedicationsScienceDaily Sat, 04/19/2008 - 22:00
A genetic variation, found predominantly in African Americans, protects some people with heart failure, enabling them to live longer than expected. |
