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Alpha 6 beta 4 integrin abnormalities in junctional epidermolysis bullosa with pyloric atresia.
The British journal of dermatology - 1 Feb 2001
Ashton G H, Sorelli P, Mellerio J E, Keane F M, Eady R A, McGrath J A
Abstract excerpt
Junctional epidermolysis bullosa with pyloric atresia (JEB-PA) (MIM 226730) is an autosomal recessive disorder resulting from mutations in the genes encoding alpha 6 beta 4 integrin (ITGA6 and ITGB4). Clinically, it is characterized by mucocutaneous fragility and gastrointestinal atresia, which most commonly affects the pylorus. Additional features of JEB-PA include involvement of the urogenital tract, aplasia...
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