Abstract
General introduction into Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Chapter 2 review of the literature on genetic epidemiology of MS with emphasis on whole genome screens. Chapter 3 Haplotype sharing, association analysis and TDT in the HLA region in MS patients. Support for a 50 kb interval containing HLA DQB1.
Chapter 4: analysis of the inheritance mode of HLA-associated susceptibility: the effect is stronger than additive. Chapter 5: comparison of relapsing remitting/secondary progressive and primary progressive MS for HLA region: differences and similarities, suggesting that both types are part of a spectrum.
Chapter 7 summary and conclusions, chapter 8 samenvatting.
Original language | English |
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Qualification | Doctor of Philosophy |
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Award date | 3-Jan-0001 |
Place of Publication | Groningen |
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Print ISBNs | 9090202919 |
Publication status | Published - 2006 |
Keywords
- Proefschriften (vorm)
- Erfelijke ziekten
- Multiple sclerose
- neurologie