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The MBOAT7 rs641738 variant is associated with an improved outcome in primary sclerosing cholangitis.
Clinics and research in hepatology and gastroenterology - 1 Oct 2020
Freund Cora, Wahlers Arne, Begli Nima Haji, Leopold Yvonne, Klöters-Plachky Petra, Mehrabi Arianeb, Mohr Isabelle, Sander Julia, Rupp Christian, Gotthardt Daniel Nils, Weiss Karl Heinz
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) is a chronic cholestatic disease that causes liver cirrhosis, leading to liver failure. Additionally, PSC is a risk factor for cholangiocarcinoma. Its mechanism is unknown, and liver transplantation remains the sole curative option. The membrane bound O-acyltransferase domain containing 7 (MBOAT7) rs641738 and rs626283 variant alleles have been associated...
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