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Defects of human skeletogenesis--models and mechanisms.
Novartis Foundation symposium - 1 Jan 2001
Mundlos S
Abstract excerpt
Heritable diseases of the skeleton are a highly complex group of genetic disorders. Skeletal morphogenesis involves, in principle, four distinct developmental processes: patterning, organogenesis, growth and homeostasis. Defects in patterning affect the number and shape of bones and will result in dysostosis. Organogenesis involves the formation of bone and cartilage as an organ. Defects in growth plate function...
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