The role of apolipoprotein e in the pathological events following subarachnoid hemorrhage: A review

Zong Duo Guo, Xiao Chuan Sun, John H. Zhang

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    Abstract

    Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) strikes individuals with devastating neurological results. Traditional viewpoints do not explain all the differences that are usually found in clinical practice. The role of genetic predisposition in SAH has recently been investigated. Particular attention has been paid to the apolipoprotein E (apoE) genotype. APOE genotype is a major prognostic factor in patient outcome after spontaneous aneurysmal SAH. In patients with SAH, the expression of the apoE ε4 allele is associated with a higher risk of negative outcome and delayed ischemia. Evidence from experimental and clinical studies confirms that apoE plays an important role in the pathological events after SAH. This article reviews related research and surveys the links between the pathological events of SAH and apoE. © Springer-Verlag/Wien 2011.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationEarly Brain Injury or Cerebral Vasospasm
    Subtitle of host publicationVolume 2: Clinical Management
    PublisherSpringer Vienna
    Pages5-7
    Number of pages3
    ISBN (Electronic)978-3-7091-0356-2
    ISBN (Print)9783709103555, 978-3-7091-1659-3
    DOIs
    StatePublished - Jan 1 2011

    Publication series

    NameActa Neurochirurgica, Supplementum
    Volume110
    ISSN (Print)0065-1419
    ISSN (Electronic)0001-6268

    ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

    • Surgery
    • Clinical Neurology

    Keywords

    • APOE
    • Clinical outcomes
    • SAH
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage/complications
    • Apolipoproteins E/genetics
    • Genetic Predisposition to Disease
    • Humans
    • Brain Injuries/etiology
    • Vasospasm, Intracranial/etiology

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