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Genetic Analysis of Cervical Spinal Cord Morphology in Unknown Subjects
The study identified 179 genetic variants related to cervical spinal cord morphology, with heritability estimates ranging from 0.16 to 0.42. It also noted associations between spinal cord structure and various conditions, including multiple sclerosis.
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Understanding genetic factors linked to spinal cord morphology could provide insight into associated conditions and their underlying mechanisms, potentially aiding future research in neurological disorders.
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The study does not establish direct causal relationships between cervical spinal cord morphology and the listed conditions.
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- 2026-09-16
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- Primary evidenceGenetic architecture of MRI-derived cervical spinal cord morphology reveals sensory-motor axis and systemic disease associations. ↗DOI: 10.1038/s41467-026-77419-x
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sample size basisUK Biobank participants
publication date2026-09-16
findingsWe identify a total of 179 independent genome-wide significant variants, with cervical spinal cord morphology showing moderate to high SNP-based heritability (0.16 to 0.42).
findingsWe identify a total of 179 independent genome-wide significant variants, with cervical spinal cord morphology showing moderate to high SNP-based heritability (0.16 to 0.42).
findingsIn addition, spinal cord structure is associated with a wide range of neurological, metabolic, and systemic conditions, such as multiple sclerosis, neuropathies, diabetes, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
limitationsTitle: Genetic architecture of MRI-derived cervical spinal cord morphology reveals sensory-motor axis and systemic disease associations.
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