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DiGeorge subtypes of nonsyndromic conotruncal defects: evidence against a major role of TBX1 gene.
European journal of human genetics : EJHG - 1 Apr 2003
Conti Emanuela, Grifone Nicoletta, Sarkozy Anna, Tandoi Caterina, Marino Bruno, Digilio Maria Cristina, Mingarelli Rita, Pizzuti Antonio, Dallapiccola Bruno
Abstract excerpt
The role of the 22q11 region genes, and among them TBX1, in nonsyndromic conotruncal defects (CTDs) is still unclear. Mice hemizygous at the Tbx1 locus show a remarkable incidence of heart outflow tract anomalies, of the same type commonly found in DiGeorge/Velo-cardio-facial syndrome (DGS/VCFS)....
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