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A new interpretation of genetic studies in RA

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Understanding the genetics of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is complex, multiple genes and environmental factors are involved. A new multicentre genetic study summarizes the fundamental gene polymorphisms, pathways and cell types that are related to RA and, based on this analysis, proposes new targets for RA drug treatments.

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  1. Center for Experimental Rheumatology, University Hospital Zurich, Gloriastrasse 23, Zurich, CH 8091, Switzerland

    Michel Neidhart & Emmanuel Karouzakis

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Neidhart, M., Karouzakis, E. A new interpretation of genetic studies in RA. Nat Rev Rheumatol 10, 199–200 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1038/nrrheum.2014.21

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