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Detection of MicroRNA Expression in the Kidneys of Immunoglobulin A Nephropathic Mice
Published on: July 8, 2020
The gut microbiome as a potential therapeutic target in IgA nephropathy
Inês Miguel Pereira1, Marta Pereira2, José António Lopes1,2
1Clínica Universitária de Nefrologia, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal.
Abstract:
Immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) is the most common primary glomerulonephritis and a leading cause of kidney failure, with limited treatment options available. The pathophysiology of IgAN remains unclear; however, recent studies suggest that genetic, epigenetic and environmental factors play significant roles. There is also strong evidence linking the gut microbiome to the development of IgAN. In this review, we will examine the relationship between the microbiome and the pathogenesis of IgAN, as well as its potential as a target for future therapeutic interventions.
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