Alpha-Ketoglutarate-Dependent Dioxygenase FTO

FTO rs9939609 gene polymorphism and obesity. Lack of association in kidney transplantation

The fat mass and obesity-associated (FTO) gene is one of the most important obesity susceptibility genes. Some FTO gene polymorphisms have been associated with obesity, diabetes, and hypertension, all conditions for which, after transplant, there is increased susceptibility, due to effects of immunosuppressive regimens.

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