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ZFPM2/FOG2 and HEY2 genes analysis in nonsyndromic tricuspid atresia.
American journal of medical genetics. Part A - 15 Feb 2005
Sarkozy Anna, Conti Emanuela, D'Agostino Rita, Digilio Maria Cristina, Formigari Roberto, Picchio Fernando, Marino Bruno, Pizzuti Antonio, Dallapiccola Bruno
Abstract excerpt
Tricuspid atresia (TriAt), the third most common cyanotic congenital heart defect (CHD), consists of complete lack of tricuspid valve formation, with no connection between the right atrium and the right ventricle. To date, the genetic mechanism responsible of TriAt is still obscure. However, animal models have suggested a role of cardiogenic Zfpm2/Fog2 and Hey2 genes in the pathogenesis of TriAt. Therefore, we...
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