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Variable phenotype related to a novel PAX 6 mutation (IVS4+5G>C) in a family presenting congenital nystagmus and foveal hypoplasia.
American journal of ophthalmology - 1 Dec 2004
Vincent Marie-Claire, Gallai Raffaella, Olivier David, Speeg-Schatz Claude, Flament Jacques, Calvas Patrick, Dollfus Hélène
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PURPOSE: Several ocular defects have been identified as a consequence of the PAX6 gene mutations. With regard to the implication of this gene in unusual phenotypes, we report a family presenting with congenital nystagmus, foveal hypoplasia, and iris hypoplasia or atypical coloboma. DESIGN: Observational case report. METHODS: The entire transcribed region of the PAX6 gene was submitted to mutation search at the...
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