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Maternal environment interacts with modifier genes to influence progression of nephrotic syndrome.
Journal of the American Society of Nephrology : JASN - 1 Aug 2008
Ratelade Julien, Lavin Tiphaine Aguirre, Muda Andrea Onetti, Morisset Ludivine, Mollet Géraldine, Boyer Olivia, Chen Deborah S, Henger Anna, Kretzler Matthias, Hubner Norbert, Théry Clotilde, Gubler Marie-Claire, Montagutelli Xavier, Antignac Corinne, Esquivel Ernie L
Abstract excerpt
Mutations in the NPHS2 gene, which encodes podocin, are responsible for some cases of sporadic and familial autosomal recessive steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome. Inter- and intrafamilial variability in the progression of renal disease among patients bearing NPHS2 mutations suggests a potential role for modifier genes. Using a mouse model in which the podocin gene is constitutively inactivated, we sought to...
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