Association of polymorphisms in ADAMTS-7 gene with the susceptibility to coronary artery disease - a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: To systematically review literature evidence to discover the association of ADAMTS7 (A Disintegrin And Metalloproteinase with Thrombospondin-like motifs 7) polymorphisms and the risk of developing CAD (coronary artery disease).

Data Sources: A related literature search in online databases, including EMBASE, PubMed, and Web of Science was undertaken. The period covered was from 2007 to September 10, 2019.

Prevalence of respiratory symptoms and spirometric changes among non-smoker male wood workers.

Objective: To assess the effects of workplace exposure to hardwood dust on lung function and determine a prevalence of respiratory symptoms among wood workers.

Study Design: Cross-sectional observational study.

Setting: Tertiary referral center.