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Mendelian randomization study on the causal effect of herpes simplex virus infection on idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

Min ZhangJinming QiuRenxi Wang
Published in: Expert review of respiratory medicine (2024)
Our analysis suggests a causal effect of genetically increased HSV infection on IPF risk. Thus, HSV infection may be a potential risk factor for IPF.
Keyphrases
  • idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
  • herpes simplex virus
  • interstitial lung disease