Sep 17 2009
SNPwatch: Genetic Flaw that Causes Rare Metabolic Condition May Also Increase Risk of Severe Liver Disease in Cystic Fibrosis
New research suggests the primary genetic mutation that causes alpha-1 antritrypsin deficiency, a condition that results in liver damage and a wide variety of other problems, also affects risk for liver disorders associated with cystic fibrosis.
Cystic fibrosis is an inherited, childhood-onset disorder that causes the lungs, intestines and pancreas to become clogged with mucus, resulting [...]
