A recombinant bovine gallbladder mucin polypeptide binds biliary lipids and accelerates cholesterol crystal appearance time.

doi:10.1016/S0016-5085(99)70077-6

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A recombinant bovine gallbladder mucin polypeptide binds biliary lipids and accelerates cholesterol crystal appearance time.

Published Apr 1, 1999 · D. Nunes, N. H. Afdhal, G. Offner

Gastroenterology

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In Vitro Study

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The recombinant mucin polypeptide binds biliary lipids and accelerates cholesterol crystal appearance, potentially playing a role in the pathogenesis of cholesterol gallstones.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

A recombinant bovine gallbladder mucin polypeptide binds biliary lipids and accelerates cholesterol crystal appearance time.

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