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The gene mutated in juvenile nephronophthisis type 4 encodes a novel protein that interacts with nephrocystin.
Nature genetics - 1 Oct 2002
Mollet Géraldine, Salomon Rémi, Gribouval Olivier, Silbermann Flora, Bacq Delphine, Landthaler Gilbert, Milford David, Nayir Ahmet, Rizzoni Gianfranco, Antignac Corinne, Saunier Sophie
Abstract excerpt
Nephronophthisis, the most common genetic cause of chronic renal failure in children, is a progressive tubulo-interstitial kidney disorder that is inherited as an autosomal recessive trait. The disease is characterized by polyuria, growth retardation and deterioration of renal function during childhood or adolescence. The most prominent histological features are modifications of the tubules with thickening of the...
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