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Pseudoxanthoma elasticum: evaluation of diagnostic criteria based on molecular data.
The British journal of dermatology - 1 Jul 2006
Christen-Zäch S, Huber M, Struk B, Lindpaintner K, Munier F, Panizzon R G, Hohl D
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE) is a genetic disorder due to mutations in the gene encoding the transmembrane transporter protein adenosine triphosphate binding cassette (ABC)-C6, resulting in calcification of elastic fibres in the skin, eyes and cardiovascular system. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the diagnostic criteria for PXE based on molecular data. METHODS: Of 10 families with a positive history of PXE...
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