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Deciphering the mediating role of CXCL10 in hypothyroidism-induced idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in European ancestry: a Mendelian randomization study.
Frontiers in immunology - 1 Jan 2024
Xing Xiaoming, Zhao Cong, Cai Song, Wang Jing, Zhang Jing, Sun Fang, Huang Mao, Zhang Lishan
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Background: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a lethal lung disease characterized by progressive fibrosis, leading to impaired gas exchange and high mortality. The etiology of IPF is complex, with potential links to autoimmune disorders such as hypothyroidism. This study explores the relationship between hypothyroidism and IPF, focusing on the mediating role of plasma proteins. Methods: A two-sample...
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