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GJB2 mutations in the Swiss hearing impaired.
Ear and hearing - 1 Oct 2003
Gürtler Nicolas, Kim Yuil, Mhatre Anand, Müller René, Probst Rudolf, Lalwani Anil K
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: Mutations in the GJB2 gene encoding connexin 26 (Cx26) protein are a major cause for nonsyndromic autosomal recessive and sporadic deafness. However, its contribution to hearing impairment in Switzerland remains undefined. To determine the frequency and type of GJB2 mutations in the Swiss hearing-impaired population diagnosed under the age of 2 yr and at 2 yr and older and to assess the effectiveness...
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