Two more genes related to heart disease were discovered

Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania (USA) said they have discovered two new genes related to heart disease, bringing the total number of genes related to heart disease to 14 genes.

In addition to analyzing DNA of nearly 12,400 people with coronary artery disease (CAD) and 7,400 normal people to compare, the researchers also analyzed the genes of 5,800 CAD patients with heart attacks and 3,600 patients. There is no history.

Initial results of ADAMTS7 gene discovery, a gene involved in the accumulation of plaque in arteries leading to heart disease.

A follow-up analysis found an association between the genes that govern the ABO blood group and cardiomyopathy (O blood group has enzymes that protect against this disease).

This finding is expected to provide more information about the risk and how to prevent cardiovascular disease.