Association of PNPLA3 rs738409 polymorphism with Liver Steatosis but not with Cirrhosis in Patients with HBV Infection: Systematic Review with Meta ‐analysis

ConclusionsAlthough the PNPLA3 rs738409 G allele has been associated with the risk of steatosis in CHB patients, no association between this polymorphism and the risk of cirrhosis was seen.

Source: The Journal of Gene Medicine - November 1, 2017 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Saman Ghalamkari, Heidar Sharafi, Seyed Moayed Alavian Tags: REVIEW ARTICLE Source Type: research