Genome-wide association study of nephrolithiasis in an Eastern European population
ConclusionThis study is the largest kidney stone-related GWAS reported in an Eastern European population and the first GWAS performed in a Romanian population to investigate the genetic risk factors for nephrolithiasis. We identified several loci that warrant further investigation for a better understanding of this highly heritable condition.
Source: International Urology and Nephrology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
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