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Papers: 20 Jan 2024 - 26 Jan 2024


2023


Front Immunol


38268919


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Causal relationship between the blood immune cells and intervertebral disc degeneration: univariable, bidirectional and multivariable Mendelian randomization.

Authors

Qin C, Chen M, Yu Q, Wang X, Hu T, Lei B, Yan Z, Cheng S

Abstract

Intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD) is a prominent contributor to chronic low back pain, impacting millions of individuals annually. Current research on disc degeneration is placing a growing emphasis on the role of the immune system in this process. Nevertheless, the precise relationship between immunity and disc degeneration remains to be fully elucidated.