rs118003389 - HGF

Magnitude 4.5 · 1 study on file

Reported associations

  • Subtype-specific gout susceptibility loci and enrichment of selection pressure on ABCG2 and ALDH2 identified by subtype genome-wide meta-analyses of clinically defined gout patients - Unknown journal (n.d.) · Unknown authors · PubMed 32238385

    ABSTRACT: Objectives Genome-wide meta-analyses of clinically defined gout were performed to identify subtype-specific susceptibility loci. Evaluation using selection pressure analysis with these loci was also conducted to investigate genetic risks characteristic of the Japanese population over the last 2000-3000 years. Methods Two genome-wide association studies (GWASs) of 3053 clinically defined gout cases and 4554 controls from Japanese males were performed using the Japonica Array and Illumina Array platforms. About 7.2 million single-nucleotide polymorphisms were meta-analysed after imputation. Patients were then divided into four clinical subtypes (the renal underexcretion type, renal overload type, combined type and normal type), and meta-analyses were conducted in the same manner.


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Lifestyle context

Concrete actions anchored to the cited research. We do not prescribe, we describe.

Diet

  • excessive alcohol Moderate

    Alcohol reduces uric acid excretion and increases production; associated with gout flares in susceptible individuals

    Limit alcohol consumption, especially beer; consider no more than 1-2 drinks per day

  • high-purine foods Moderate

    Purine-rich foods increase uric acid production; limiting them reduces gout flare risk in genetically susceptible individuals

    Limit red meat, organ meats, shellfish, and high-fructose beverages

Discuss with your doctor

  • gout risk and prevention strategies Moderate

    rs118003389 risk allele is associated with gout susceptibility; personalized assessment and management is recommended

    Mention genetic association with gout at next clinical visit

Lifestyle

  • adequate hydration Moderate

    Increased fluid intake promotes uric acid excretion through urine, reducing serum urate levels and gout risk

    Drink at least 2-3 liters of water daily, more if exercising or in hot climate

Screening

  • serum uric acid level Moderate

    HGF rs118003389 risk allele increases gout susceptibility; uric acid monitoring enables early detection and intervention

    Baseline serum uric acid measurement, then periodic monitoring as clinically indicated