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Submicroscopic chromosomal imbalances detected by array-CGH are a frequent cause of congenital heart defects in selected patients.
European heart journal - 1 Nov 2007
Thienpont Bernard, Mertens Luc, de Ravel Thomy, Eyskens Benedicte, Boshoff Derize, Maas Nicole, Fryns Jean-Pierre, Gewillig Marc, Vermeesch Joris R, Devriendt Koen
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AIMS: Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are frequently caused by chromosomal imbalances, especially when associated with additional malformations, dysmorphism, or developmental delay. Only in a subset of such patients, a chromosomal aberration can be identified with current cytogenetic tests. Array...
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