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MMP-2 genotype frequencies in patients with LDD and controls and their association with the risk of LDD
| Genotypes | LDD (%) n = 162 | Controls (%) n = 318 | P | OR(95%CI) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CC | 141(87.0) | 218(68.6) | P < 0.001a | 3.08(1.84–5.16) |
| CT | 20(12.4) | 92(28.9) | ||
| TT | 1(0.6) | 8(2.5) |
MMP-2 matrix metalloproteinase-2; LDD lumbar disc disease; OR odds ratio; CI confidence interval
aCalculation for the genotypes was performed CC versus CT + TT
