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A compendium of familial relative risks of cancer among first degree relatives: A population-based study

Zeegers, M.P. (author), Schouten, L.J. (author), Goldbohm, R.A. (author), van den Brandt, P.A. (author), TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author)

Familial clustering of cancer is expected to occur at practically all anatomical sites. However, few studies have had sufficient size to investigate different sites simultaneously and with adjustment for confounders. We evaluated familial clustering in the Netherlands Cohort Study in which 120,852 men and women, aged 55-69 years in 1986 were...

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Genomic analysis suggests higher susceptibility of children to air pollution

van Leeuwen, D.M. (author), Pedersen, M. (author), Hendriksen, P.J.M. (author), Boorsma, A. (author), van Herwijnen, M.H.M. (author), Gottschalk, R.W.H. (author), Kirsch-Volders, M. (author), Knudsen, L.E. (author), Šrám, R.J. (author), Bajak, E. (author), van Delft, J.H.M. (author), Kleinjans, J.C.S. (author), TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author)

Differences in biological responses to exposure to hazardous airborne substances between children and adults have been reported, suggesting children to be more susceptible. Aim of this study was to improve our understanding of differences in susceptibility in cancer risk associated with air pollution by comparing genome-wide gene expression...

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Clusters of biochemical markers are associated with radiographic subtypes of osteoarthritis (OA) in subject with familial OA at multiple sites. The GARP study

Meulenbelt, I. (author), Kloppenburg, M. (author), Kroon, H.M. (author), Houwing-Duistermaat, J.J. (author), Garnero, P. (author), Hellio-Le Graverand, M.-P. (author), de Groot, J. (author), Slagboom, P.E. (author), TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author)

Objective: To assess the relationship of biochemical markers and radiographic signs of osteoarthritis (ROA) in the subjects with symptomatic osteoarthritis (OA) at multiple sites of the Genetics osteoARthritis and Progression (GARP) study. Methods: We have measured eight biochemical markers, representing tissue turnover of cartilage, bone,...

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Interleukin 10: A new risk marker for the development of restenosis after percutaneous coronary intervention

Monraats, P.S. (author), Kurreeman, F.A.S. (author), Pons, D. (author), Sewgobind, V.D.K.D. (author), de Vries, F.R. (author), Zwinderman, A.H. (author), de Maat, M.P.M. (author), Doevendans, P.A. (author), de Winter, R.J. (author), Tio, R.A. (author), Waltenberger, J. (author), Huizinga, T.W.J. (author), Eefting, D. (author), Quax, P.H.A. (author), Frants, R.R. (author), van der Laarse, A. (author), van der Wall, E.E. (author), Jukema, J.W. (author), TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author)

Genetic factors appear to be important in the process of restenosis after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), as well as in inflammation, a pivotal factor in restenosis. An important mediator in the inflammatory response is interleukin (IL)-10. Our aim was to study whether genetic variants in IL-10 predispose to the risk of restenosis. The...

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Plasma levels of apolipoprotein E and risk of stroke in old age

van Vliet, P. (author), Mooijaart, S.P. (author), de Craen, A.J.M. (author), Rensen, P.C.N. (author), van Heemst, D. (author), Westendorp, R.G.J. (author), TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author)

Recently, high plasma apoE levels have been shown to be related to increased cardiovascular mortality, independent of APOE genotype. Here we studied the association of plasma apoE levels with risk of stroke. Within the Leiden 85-plus Study, a prospective population-based study of 561 subjects aged 85 years, we measured plasma apoE level and...

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The influence of established genetic variation in the haemostatic system on clinical restenosis after percutaneous coronary interventions

TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author), Pons, D. (author), Monraats, P.S. (author), de Maat, M.P.M. (author), Pires, N.M.M. (author), Quax, P.H.A. (author), van Vlijmen, B.J.M. (author), Rosendaal, F.R. (author), Zwinderman, A.H. (author), Doevendans, P.A.F.M. (author), Waltenberger, J. (author), de Winter, R.J. (author), Tio, R.A. (author), Frants, R.R. (author), van der Laarse, A. (author), van der Wall, E.E. (author), Jukema, J.W. (author)

Since activation of the haemostatic system is an important feature of the wound healing response triggered by arterial injury, variations in genes involved in thrombus formation may play a role in restenosis after percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI). Therefore, our aim was to examine the relationship between polymorphisms that are known to...

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Alcohol consumption and distinct molecular pathways to colorectal cancer

TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author), Bongaerts, B.W.C. (author), de Goeij, A.F.P.M. (author), de Vogel, S. (author), van den Brandt, P.A. (author), Goldbohm, R.A. (author), Weijenberg, M.P. (author)

High alcohol consumption is related to colorectal cancer (CRC). Our objective was to study associations between alcohol consumption and risk of CRC according to characteristics of aetiological pathways: the chromosomal instability (CIN) and the microsatellite instability (MIN) pathway. We classified CIN+ tumours (tumours with either a truncating...

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Estrogen receptor 1 haplotype does not regulate oral contraceptive-induced changes in haemostasis and inflammation risk factors for venous and arterial thrombosis

TNO Kwaliteit van Leven TNO Preventie en Gezondheid (author), Maat, M.P.M.de (author), Bladbjerg, E.M. (author), Kluft, C. (author), Winkler, U.H. (author), Rekers, H. (author), Skouby, S.O. (author), Jespersen, J. (author)

Background: Administration of oral contraceptives (OCs) has profound effects on the plasma levels of haemostasis and inflammation variables, resulting in an increased thrombosis risk. Individuals show large differences in the response of these variables to OCs. Polymorphism in the estrogen receptor-1 (ER1) gene may explain part of this inter...

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Tumor necrosis factor-α plays an important role in restenosis development

Monraats, P.S. (author), Pires, N.M.M. (author), Schepers, A. (author), Agema, W.R.P. (author), Boesten, L.S.M. (author), de Vries, M.R. (author), Zwinderman, A.H. (author), de Maat, M.P.M. (author), Doevendans, P.A.F.M. (author), de Winter, R.J. (author), Tio, R.A. (author), Waltenberger, J. (author), 't Hart, L.M. (author), Frants, R.R. (author), Quax, P.H.A. (author), van Vlijmen, B.J.M. (author), Havekes, L.M. (author), van der Laarse, A. (author), van der Wall, E.E. (author), Jukema, J.W. (author), TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author)

Genetic factors appear to be important in the restenotic process after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), as well as in inflammation, a pivotal factor in restenosis. TNFα, a key regulator of inflammatory responses, may exert critical influence on the development of restenosis after PCI. The GENetic DEterminants of Restenosis (GENDER)...

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An integrated evaluation of endothelial constitutive nitric oxide synthase polymorphisms and coronary artery disease in men

Agema, W.R.P. (author), de Maat, M.P.M. (author), Zwinderman, A.H. (author), Kastelein, J.J.P. (author), Rabelink, T.J. (author), van Boven, A.J. (author), Feskens, E.J.M. (author), Boer, J.M.A. (author), van der Wall, E.E. (author), Jukema, J.W. (author), Gaubius Instituut TNO (author)

In the present study, we sought to evaluate the role of three polymorphisms in the ecNOS (endothelial constitutive nitric oxide synthase) gene in relation to the existence, severity and progression of CAD (coronary artery disease), MI (myocardial infarction) and the occurrence of ischaemia in a predominantly Caucasian population. Patients with...

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Urinary acetylated metabolites and N-acetyltransferase-2 genotype in human subjects treated with a para-phenylenediamine-containing oxidative hair dye

Nohynek, G.J. (author), Skare, J.A. (author), Meuling, W.J.A. (author), Hein, D.W. (author), de Bie, A.T.H.J. (author), Toutain, H. (author), TNO Voeding (author)

In the organism of mammals, important detoxification pathways of arylamines are catalysed by N-acetyltransferase 2 (NAT2). A recent case-control epidemiology study suggested that human NAT2 slow acetylators exposed to oxidative hair dyes may be at greater risk to develop bladder cancer. We therefore profiled urinary [14C]-metabolites and NAT2...

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Is Candida albicans a trigger in the onset of coeliac disease?

Nieuwenhuizen, W.F. (author), Pieters, R.H.H. (author), Knippels, L.M.J. (author), Jansen, M.C.J.F. (author), Koppelman, S.J. (author)

Coeliac disease is a T-cell-mediated autoimmune disease of the small intestine that is induced by ingestion of gluten proteins from wheat, barley, or rye. We postulate that Candida albicans is a trigger in the onset of coeliac disease. The virulence factor of C albicans - hyphal wall protein 1 (HWP1) - contains aminoacid sequences that are...

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Differential susceptibility of rats and guinea pigs to the ototoxic effects of ethyl benzene

Cappaert, N.L.M. (author), Klis, S.F.L. (author), Muijser, H. (author), Kulig, B.M. (author), Ravensberg, L.C. (author), Smoorenburg, G.F. (author), Centraal Instituut voor Voedingsonderzoek TNO (author)

The present study was designed to compare the ototoxic effects of volatile ethyl benzene in guinea pigs and rats. Rats showed deteriorated auditory thresholds in the mid-frequency range, based on electrocochleography, after 550-ppm ethyl benzene (8 h/day, 5 days). Outer hair cell (OHC) loss was found in the corresponding cochlear regions. In...

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The onset of generalized osteoarthritis in older women: A qualitative approach

Okma-Keulen, P. (author), Hopman-Rock, M. (author)

Objective. This qualitative study aims to investigate which factors are possibly associated with the onset of generalized osteoarthritis (OA) in older women. Methods. The study population was recruited from participants of a group course, "Coping With Osteoarthritis of the Hip or Knee." Twenty-three women with generalized OA were identified, 20...

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A critical assessment of some biomarker approaches linked with dietary intake

Centraal Instituut voor Voedingsonderzoek TNO (author), Crews, H. (author), Alink, G. (author), Andersen, R. (author), Braesco, V. (author), Holst, B. (author), Maiani, G. (author), Ovesen, L. (author), Scotter, M. (author), Solfrizzo, M. (author), van den Berg, R. (author), Verhagen, H. (author), Williamson, G. (author)

In this review many examples are given of the complexities involved in using some biomarkers in relation to assessing the effects of dietary exposure, when there is frequently a need to determine changes following long-term low level exposure to dietary components. These range from understanding why the biomarker might be valuable and how best...

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Biomarkers in disease and health

Centraal Instituut voor Voedingsonderzoek TNO (author), Branca, F. (author), Hanley, A.B. (author), Pool-Zobel, B. (author), Verhagen, H. (author)

Biomarkers have considerable potential in aiding the understanding of the relationship between diet and disease or health. However, to assess the role, relevance and importance of biomarkers on a case by case basis it is essential to understand and prioritise the principal diet and health issues. In the majority of cases, dietary compounds are...

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Accelerated atherosclerosis by placement of a perivascular cuff and a cholesterol-rich diet in ApoE*3Leiden transgenic mice

Lardenoye, J.H.P. (author), Delsing, D.J.M. (author), de Vries, M.R. (author), Deckers, M.M.L. (author), Princen, H.M.G. (author), Havekes, L.M. (author), van Hinsbergh, V.W.M. (author), van Bockel, J.H. (author), Quax, P.H.A. (author), Gaubius Instituut TNO (author)

Intimal hyperplasia after vascular injury is usually studied in animal models with healthy, normocholesterolemic animals. Here, we assess the effect of diet-induced hypercholesterolemia on the induction of intimal hyperplasia in ApoE*,3Leiden mice. A nonconstrictive polyethylene cuff was placed around the femoral artery of ApoE3*, Leiden mice...

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Angiotensin I-converting enzyme and plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 gene variants: Risk of mortality and fatal cardiovascular disease in an elderly population-based cohort

Heijmans, B.T. (author), Westendorp, R.G.J. (author), Knook, D.L. (author), Kluft, C. (author), Slagboom, P.E. (author), Gaubius instituut TNO (author)

OBJECTIVES: We studied the contribution of putative risk genotypes at the angiotensin I-converting enzyme inhibitor (ACE D/D) and plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 (PAI-1 4G/4G) loci to all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in a population-based cohort. BACKGROUND: The ACE D/D and PAI-1 4G/4G genotypes have been consistently associated with...

article 1999

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Genetic risk factors for autoimmune diseases

Feltkamp, T.E.W. (author), Aarden, L.A. (author), Lucas, C.J. (author), Verweij, C.L. (author), de Vries, R.R.P. (author), TNO Preventie en Gezondheid (author)

In most autoimmune diseases multigenic factors play a significant role in pathogenesis. Progress in identifying these genetic factors, many of which are located outside the major histocompatibility complex, was the subject of a recent meeting. Chemicals/CAS: Interleukin-10, 130068-27-8; Transforming Growth Factor beta; Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha

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The lipoprotein lipase (Asn291 → Ser) mutation is associated with elevated lipid levels in families with familial combined hyperlipidaemia

Hoffer, M.J.V. (author), Bredie, S.J.H. (author), Boomsma, D.I. (author), Reymer, P.W.A. (author), Kastelein, J.J.P. (author), de Knijff, P. (author), Demacker, P.N.M. (author), Stalenhoef, A.F.H. (author), Havekes, L.M. (author), Frants, R.R. (author), Gaubius Instituut TNO (author)

Familial combined hyperlipidaemia (FCHL) is one of the major genetic causes of coronary heart disease (CHD) and is characterised by elevated levels of plasma cholesterol and/or triglycerides in individuals within a single family. Decreased lipoprotein lipase (LPL) activity has been found in some cases of FCHL. A recent study revealed a common...

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