Effects of genetic variations in the Adiponectin pathway genes on the risk of colorectal cancer in the Chinese population
2011

Genetic Variations in Adiponectin Pathway Genes and Colorectal Cancer Risk

Sample size: 975 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): He Bangshun, Pan Yuqin, Zhang Ying, Bao Qian, Chen Liping, Nie Zhenlin, Gu Ling, Xu Yeqiong, Wang Shukui

Primary Institution: The Central Laboratory of Nanjing First Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing Medical University

Hypothesis

Polymorphisms in the ADIPOQ and ADIPOR1 genes affect the risk of colorectal cancer (CRC).

Conclusion

Certain genotypes in the ADIPOR1 gene are protective against CRC, while specific polymorphisms in ADIPOQ increase the risk for colon cancer.

Supporting Evidence

  • Carriers of the rs12733285 C/T genotype had a decreased risk for CRC.
  • Individuals with the A allele of rs1342387 had a significantly decreased risk for CRC.
  • rs266729 G/C genotype was associated with an increased risk for colon cancer.

Takeaway

This study looked at how changes in certain genes might make people more or less likely to get colon cancer. Some gene changes help protect against cancer, while others can increase the risk.

Methodology

The study analyzed genetic polymorphisms in 420 CRC patients and 555 healthy controls using logistic regression.

Limitations

The study was limited to a specific geographic region and population, which may affect the generalizability of the results.

Participant Demographics

Participants included 420 CRC patients and 555 age- and gender-matched healthy individuals from Nanjing, China.

Statistical Information

P-Value

p<0.05

Confidence Interval

95% CI: 0.35-0.81 for rs12733285; 95% CI: 0.45-0.78 for rs1342387

Statistical Significance

p<0.05

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1186/1471-2350-12-94

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