Causal relationship between gut microbiota and autoimmune thyroiditis: A mendelian study

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Background: Autoimmune thyroiditis (AIT), also known as Hashimoto's thyroiditis (HT) or chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis, is a prevalent autoimmune disorder. Despite its high prevalence, the pathogenesis of AIT remains unclear. Previous studies have suggested a potential association between gut microbiota and AIT. However, whether this relationship is causal or coincidental remains uncertain. To address this gap...

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