Publications by authors named "Yanna Niu"

Article Synopsis
  • - This study explores the potential causal relationship between gut microbiota and autoimmune diseases polymyositis (PM) and dermatomyositis (DM), aiming to improve treatment and prevention strategies.
  • - Researchers analyzed data from a large Genome Wide Association Studies (GWAS) involving 18,340 Europeans and identified six bacterial genera that showed significant causal links to PM and DM.
  • - The findings suggest specific gut bacteria are related to the onset of PM and DM, highlighting the importance of gut microbiota in these diseases and the potential for future health monitoring and interventions.
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Background: Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis is the most prevalent acquired kidney disease leading to end-stage renal disease in children and has a propensity for recurring in the transplanted kidney. The recurrence of FSGS after kidney transplantation in children varies greatly. In addition, the risk factors and outcomes of recurrence of FSGS remain controversial.

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