In multivariable analysis, the rs6897</span>932 T allele was related to a higher increase of LSM values during follow-up (adjusted AMR = 1.27 (95%CI = 1.13; 1.42); p<0.001) and higher odds of progression to advanced fibrosis [adjusted OR = 4.46 (95%CI = 1.87; 10.62); p = 0.001], and progression to c</span>irrhosis [adjusted OR = 3.92 (95%CI = 1.30; 11.77); p = 0.015].