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G908R NOD2 variant in a family with sarcoidosis.
Respiratory research - 20 Mar 2018
Besnard Valérie, Calender Alain, Bouvry Diane, Pacheco Yves, Chapelon-Abric Catherine, Jeny Florence, Nunes Hilario, Planès Carole, Valeyre Dominique
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BACKGROUND: Sarcoidosis is a systemic disease characterized by the formation of immune granulomas in various organs, mainly the lungs and the lymphatic system. Exaggerated granulomatous reaction might be triggered in response to unidentified antigens in individuals with genetic susceptibility. The present study aimed to determine the genetic variants implicated in a familial case of sarcoidosis. METHODS:...
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