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TGF-alpha mediates genetic susceptibility to chronic kidney disease.
Journal of the American Society of Nephrology : JASN - 1 Feb 2011
Laouari Denise, Burtin Martine, Phelep Aurélie, Martino Carla, Pillebout Evangeline, Montagutelli Xavier, Friedlander Gérard, Terzi Fabiola
Abstract excerpt
The mechanisms of progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD) are poorly understood. Epidemiologic studies suggest a strong genetic component, but the genes that contribute to the onset and progression of CKD are largely unknown. Here, we applied an experimental model of CKD (75% excision of total renal mass) to six different strains of mice and found that only the FVB/N strain developed renal lesions. We...
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