Volatile gas exposure correlates with self-reported liver condition: insights from NHANES 2009–2018 and Mendelian randomization studies

Key Points

• Increased liver condition risk is linked to volatile gas exposure, particularly smoke.
• Causal analyses show a significant association with specific gene-disease interactions over a decade.
• Utilizing Mendelian randomization, insights about genetic factors in liver conditions were identified.
• These findings support targeted prevention strategies, highlighting the need for further exploration.