New risk variant for atopic dermatitis identified

Scientists in Germany have identified a gene variant on chromosome 11 that is associated with an increased risk of atopic dermatitis. In a large genome-wide association study the researchers scanned the genomes of more than 9600 participants from Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic. 'Our findings cast new light on the pathogenesis of the disease,' said Professor Young-Ae Lee (Charite/MDC). The paediatrician-researcher and her collaborators hope the study will lead to a new approach to targeted therapy for this chronic skin disorder...

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