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Evaluating the impact of smoking on the risk of dry eye disease: a two-sample Mendelian randomization study.
Scientific reports - 30 Dec 2024
Yang Kuiliang, Zhang Han, Wang Yujin, Yan Yulin, Yang Zixian, Wan Shanshan, Yang Wanju, Yang Yanning
Abstract excerpt
Dry Eye Disease (DED) is a common condition worldwide, with smoking being recognized as a possible aggravating factor. Although observational studies have indicated a potential correlation, the findings have been inconclusive. In the study, Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis is used to investigate this potential causal relationship. Adhering to STROBE-MR guidelines, a MR analysis was conducted using genetic...
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