Research uncovers genetic variants in mitral valve conditions
Recent research from second-year McGovern Medical Student Kishan Asokan, and the lab of Siddharth Prakash, MD, PhD, professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, on genetic variants of mitral valve conditions has been published in the Journal of the American…
Research identifies rare genetic variant in bicuspid aortic valve disease
Genetic variants linked to a rare form of bicuspid aortic valve disease that affects young adults and can lead to dangerous and potentially life-threatening aortic complications have been identified by researchers at UTHealth Houston. The study was published in the…
Genetic testing alerts family to lurking danger
More than a decade after the death of Matt’s father, in 2005 doctors discovered Matt’s 11-month-old son—rushed to the hospital after turning blue—had an enlarged aorta. Also known as thoracic aortic aneurysm, the condition can be deadly if left undiagnosed…
ASHG honors Milewicz with Advocacy Award
The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) has named Dianna Milewicz, MD, PhD, professor and President George Bush Chair in Cardiovascular Medicine, as the 2023 recipient of its Advocacy Award. The Advocacy Award is bestowed upon individuals or a group…
Milewicz research posted in Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology
A new study shows targeting a protein in smooth muscle cells can block and decrease buildup of atherosclerotic plaque in pre-clinical models, according to researchers with UTHealth Houston. The study was published in Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology. Atherosclerosis is a common condition…