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Study Reveals Genetic Variants Impacting Heart Disease Treatment

3/17/2025

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A groundbreaking study from the University of Montreal revealed that nearly a quarter of patients at risk for cardiovascular disease carry genetic variants that could influence their treatment. By examining 2,062 individuals, researchers underscored the critical role of local genetic data in improving the classification of these variants, as detailed in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

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A groundbreaking study from the University of Montreal revealed that nearly a quarter of patients at risk for cardiovascular disease carry genetic variants that could influence their treatment. By examining 2,062 individuals, researchers underscored the critical role of local genetic data in improving the classification of these variants, as detailed in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.