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Genetic association and potential mediators between metabolic syndrome and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A Mendelian randomization study.
Medicine - 13 Mar 2026
Zhang Yunlong, Zhang Qun
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common and serious health issue. Epidemiological studies indicate a significant link between metabolic syndrome (MetS) and its components with the risk of developing COPD. However, observational studies are prone to confounding and reverse causation, so the causal relationship and underlying mechanisms between MetS and COPD remain unclear. This study used 2-sample...
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