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[Mutations in the keratin gene as a cause of Meesman-Wilke corneal dystrophy and autosomal dominant skin cornification disorders].
Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde - 1 Jul 2000
Swensson O, Swensson B, Nölle B, Rochels R, Wannke B, Thiel H J
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Meesmann's corneal dystrophy (OMIM 122,100) is a rare autosomal dominant disorder of the corneal epithelium. It manifests in early childhood and affects both eyes. The disease is characterized by variable patterned dot-like corneal opacities and intraepithelial vesicles, which can be seen by slit-lamp examination and retro-illumination. Further signs include punctate erosions, lacrimation,...
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