Researchers identify the types of genetic mutations associated with nephrotic syndrome

(Funda ç ã o de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de S ã o Paulo) By analyzing the most common genetic variants, Brazilian scientists aim at improving diagnosis nad treatment for the disease, which presents high resistance to drugs as well as relapse in post-transplant scenario. The work made possible an in-depth study of the proteins involved in the glomerular filtration barrier, a structure which is damaged by the syndrome.
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