Gout, the clinical manifestation of hyperuricemia, has rarely been studied in the same way. A population-based cohort study now provides evidence that gout is an additional risk factor for ...

“The study helps demystify gout for patients. There is a long-standing myth that gout is caused by diet. Our study emphasizes the importance of genetics,” Merriman said. “Diet only triggers gout ...

Medscape Medical News, November 18, 2024 Combo of Gout Genetics and Poor Lifestyle Can Up CVD Risk Individuals at a high genetic risk for gout faced a significantly higher risk for cardiovascular ...

Anna Kottgen of Johns Hopkins Medicine explains genetic risk as it applies to gout. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert!

Medscape Medical News, October 15, 2024 Combo of Gout Genetics and Poor Lifestyle Can Up CVD Risk Individuals at a high genetic risk for gout faced a significantly higher risk for cardiovascular ...