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Mutational analysis of TSC1 and TSC2 in Korean patients with tuberous sclerosis complex.
Brain & development - 1 Aug 2006
Choi Ji-Eun, Chae Jong-Hee, Hwang Yong-Seung, Kim Ki-Joong
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Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is an autosomal dominant disorder characterized by a broad phenotypic spectrum that includes seizures, mental retardation, renal dysfunction and dermatological abnormalities. TSC is caused by mutations affecting either of the tumor-suppressor genes TSC1 and TSC2. At least 495 mutations of TSC1 and TSC2 have been reported. Twenty-two males and 22 females who were diagnosed with TSC...
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