Are mutations of the cystic fibrosis gene , but not cationic trypsinogen gene , associated with recurrent or chronic idiopathic pancreatitis?
CFTR mutations are associated with recurrent acute, or chronic idiopathic pancreatitis, whereas mutations of the cationic trypsinogen mutation do not appear to be a frequent pathogenetic factor.
Our finding indicates that elevated osteoprotegerin levels in solid organ transplant recipients with CMV infection may reflect vascular inflammation and is associated with late virological outcome in these patients.