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Potential effects of the ALDH2*2 variant on human health. Patients with the ALDH2*2 mutation are at risk for a wide range of health concerns. In particular, clear associative risks with the ALDH2*2 variant exist for esophageal cancer, myocardial infarction, and osteoporosis.