Association of IL-17A and IL-17F gene polymorphisms with chronic hepatitis B and hepatitis B virus-related liver cirrhosis in a Chinese population: A case-control study.

Abstract excerpt

BACKGROUND: Interleukin (IL)-17 has been shown to play an important role in tissue inflammation and in the pathogenesis of immune-related liver damage. Genetic variations in IL-17 gene may be associated with the development of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. However, literature is scanty regarding their association. METHODS: We conducted a case-control study including 433 subjects (171 healthy controls, 130...

Topics

Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.

• Share to Asian People
• Share to Case-Control Studies