Genetic overlap analysis of endometriosis and asthma identifies shared loci implicating sex hormones and thyroid signalling pathways.

Adewuyi EO, Mehta D, Nyholt DR. Genetic overlap analysis of endometriosis and asthma identifies shared loci implicating sex hormones and thyroid signalling pathways. Human reproduction (Oxford, England). 2022 Jan;37(37). 366-383. PMID: 35472084 [PubMed] PMCID: PMC8804329

Abstract

Is there a shared genetic or causal association of endometriosis with asthma or what biological mechanisms may underlie their potential relationships?