scholarly journals The rs508487, rs236911 and rs236918 Genetic Variants of the Proprotein Convertase Subtilisin–Kexin Type 7 (PCSK7) Gene Are Associated with Acute Coronary Syndrome and with Plasma Concentrations of HDL-Cholesterol and Triglycerides

Cells ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (6) ◽  
pp. 1444
Author(s):  
Gilberto Vargas-Alarcón ◽  
Oscar Pérez-Méndez ◽  
Héctor González-Pacheco ◽  
Julián Ramírez-Bello ◽  
Rosalinda Posadas-Sánchez ◽  
...  

Dyslipidemia has a substantial role in the development of acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Previous reports, including genome-wide associations studies (GWAS), have shown that some genetic variants of the proprotein convertase subtilisin–kexin type 7 (PCSK7) gene are associated with plasma lipid levels. In the present study, we evaluated whether PCSK7 gene polymorphisms are significantly associated with the plasma lipid profile and ACS. Three PCSK7 gene polymorphisms (rs508487 T/C, rs236911 C/A, and rs236918 C/G) were determined using TaqMan genotyping assays in a group of 603 ACS patients and 622 healthy controls. The plasma lipid profile was determined in the study groups by enzymatic/colorimetric assays. Under the recessive model, the rs236918 C allele was associated with a high risk of ACS (OR = 2.11, pC = 0.039). In the same way, under the recessive and additive models, the rs236911 C allele was associated with a high risk of ACS (OR = 1.95, pC = 0.037, and OR = 1.28, pC = 0.037, respectively). In addition, under the co-dominant model, the rs508487 T allele was associated with a higher risk of ACS (OR = 1.78, pC = 0.010). The CCC and TCC haplotypes were associated with a high risk of ACS (OR = 1.21, pC = 0.047, and OR = 1.80, pC = 0.001, respectively). The rs236911 CC and rs236918 CC genotypes were associated with lower high-density lipoproteins-cholesterol (HDL-C) plasma concentrations, whereas the rs236911 CC genotype was associated with a higher concentration of triglycerides, as demonstrated in the control individuals who were not receiving antidyslipidemic drugs. Our data suggest that the PCSK7 rs508487 T/C, rs236911 C/A, and rs236918 C/G polymorphisms are associated with the risk of developing ACS, and with plasma concentrations of HDL-C and triglycerides.

Biomolecules ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. 1381
Author(s):  
Gilberto Vargas-Alarcon ◽  
Oscar Perez-Mendez ◽  
Julian Ramirez-Bello ◽  
Rosalinda Posadas-Sanchez ◽  
Hector Gonzalez-Pacheco ◽  
...  

Dyslipidemia has a substantial role in the development of acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Low-density lipoprotein receptor (LDLR) plays a critical role in plasma lipoprotein hemostasis, which is involved in the formation of atherosclerotic plaque. This study aimed to evaluate whether LDLR gene polymorphisms are significantly associated with ACS and the plasma lipids profile. Three LDLR gene polymorphisms located in the UTR′3 region (c.*52 A/G, c.*504 A/G, and c.* 773 A/G) were determined using TaqMan genotyping assays in a group of 618 ACS patients and 666 healthy controls. Plasma lipids profile concentrations were determined by enzymatic/colorimetric assays. Under co-dominant and recessive models, the c.*52 A allele of the c.*52 A/G polymorphism was associated with a higher risk of ACS (OR = 2.02, pCCo-dom = 0.033, and OR = 2.00, pCRes = 0.009, respectively). In the same way, under co-dominant and recessive models, the c.*773 G allele of the c.*773 A/G polymorphism was associated with a high risk of ACS (OR = 2.04, pCCo-dom = 0.027, and OR = 2.01, pCRes = 0.007, respectively). The “AAG” haplotype was associated with a high risk of ACS (OR = 1.22, pC = 0.016). The c.*52 AA genotype showed a lower HDL-C concentration than individuals with the GG genotype. In addition, carriers of c.*773 GG genotype carriers had a lower concentration of the high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C) than subjects with the AA genotype. Our data suggest the association of the LDLRc.*773 A/G and LDLR c.*52 A/G polymorphisms with both the risk of developing ACS and with a lower concentration of HDL-C in the study population.


2009 ◽  
Vol 97 (2) ◽  
pp. 149-154 ◽  
Author(s):  
Guillaume Dolley ◽  
Benoît Lamarche ◽  
Jean-Pierre Després ◽  
Claude Bouchard ◽  
Louis Pérusse ◽  
...  

Author(s):  
Anamika Das ◽  
Melvin George ◽  
Durga Jha ◽  
Luxitaa Goenka

Background: Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is the leading cause for morbidity and mortality in developed countries. Numerous groups have explored single and multiple biomarker strategies to identify diagnostic prognosticators of ACS which will improve our ability to identify high-risk individuals. Matrix metalloproteinase (MMP-9) is one potential biomarker which has been widely studied in ACS. Recent reports have showed the prognostic utility of MMP-9, but due to inconsistent results, it has not been possible to draw firm conclusions. Objective: This review aims to explore the ability of MMP-9 to predict long-term prognosis of ACS. To clarify this issue, we conducted a literature review to provide a comprehensive assessment of MMP-9 levels in ACS patients. Method: We retrieved a total of 1501 articles from PubMed and Google Scholar. After thorough scrutiny, 12 original research articles were found fulfilling the inclusion exclusion criteria. MMP-9’s ability as a biomarker of prognostication post ACS was reviewed. PRISMA guidelines were used for reporting. Result: The results revealed that MMP-9, apart from being an efficient diagnostic biomarker for ACS, helps in predicting the future risk of ACS with disease outcome. Positive correlation was found between plasma MMP-9 and left ventricular remodeling. A positive association was also found between cardiovascular death and higher MMP-9 levels. Conclusion: MMP-9 can be a potential prognostic marker for ACS and aid in identifying high risk patients for intensive management during follow -up.


2018 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 405-413 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Vlachopoulos ◽  
G. Andrikopoulos ◽  
D. Terentes-Printzios ◽  
S. Tzeis ◽  
E. K. Iliodromitis ◽  
...  

2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
M.H Muhmad Hamidi ◽  
H Sani ◽  
M.A Ibrahim ◽  
K.S Ibrahim ◽  
A.B Md Radzi ◽  
...  

Abstract Background and objective Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) remains the principal cause of death in Malaysia. It is estimated about 20% of ACS occurs at nighttime during sleep between 12am to 6am. Factors associated with nocturnal ACS are unknown. Acute nocturnal pathophysiological response to obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) may increase risk of nocturnal ACS. We hypothesized that OSA risk is associated with timing of ACS onset. Methodology This study included 200 patients with ACS who underwent coronary angiogram for which the time of chest pain onset was clearly identified and divided into 2 groups; nocturnal ACS (12am-5.59am) and non-nocturnal ACS (6am–11.59pm). Two validated questionnaires, STOP-BANG and Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) were self-administered by subjects to determine OSA risk. All subjects timing of ACS onset, OSA risk, demography, anthropometric measurements, comorbidities and echocardiographic characteristics were analyzed. Results Acute coronary syndrome occurs nocturnally in 19% of ACS patients. The prevalence of high risk OSA individuals among ACS patients is 43%. There is significantly higher prevalence of high risk OSA individuals in nocturnal ACS group of 95% compared to 30% of high risk OSA individuals in non-nocturnal ACS group (p=0.001). Nocturnal ACS patients was significantly younger (50.1±8.7yrs, p=0.001), had higher BMI (33.9±4.3kg/m2, p=0.005), waist circumference (106.7±10.3cm, p=0.003) and larger neck circumference (44.6±3.3cm, p=0.001) compared to non-nocturnal ACS group. These groups had similar prevalence of other comorbidities for ACS and showed no significant difference between left and right ventricular systolic function. In multiple logistic regression analysis, the most significant predictors for nocturnal ACS are OSA risk, neck circumference and age. Conclusion There is a strong association between high risk OSA individuals and nocturnal ACS onset. Patient with nocturnal ACS onset should be screened for OSA and prioritized for polysomnography. OSA prevalence according to ACS onset Funding Acknowledgement Type of funding source: None


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