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Uroplakin III is not a major candidate gene for primary vesicoureteral reflux.
European journal of human genetics : EJHG - 1 Apr 2005
Kelly Helena, Ennis Sean, Yoneda Akihiro, Bermingham Claire, Shields Denis C, Molony Cliona, Green Andrew J, Puri Prem, Barton David E
Abstract excerpt
Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is the retrograde flow of urine from the bladder into the ureter and towards the kidneys. VUR is the most common cause of end stage renal failure in both children and adults and it is a major cause of severe hypertension in children. VUR is seen in approximately 1-2% of newborn Caucasians. Substantial evidence exists that VUR is a genetic disorder. Uroplakins are integral membrane...
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