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Different genotypes in a large Italian family with recurrent hereditary fructose intolerance.
European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology - 1 Feb 2008
Caciotti Anna, Donati Maria Alice, Adami Andrea, Guerrini Renzo, Zammarchi Enrico, Morrone Amelia
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVES: Hereditary fructose intolerance is caused by a deficiency of the aldolase B enzyme, which is expressed in the liver, small intestine and kidneys. Patients usually show a marked aversion to fruits and sweets; if, however, it is not diagnosed, persistent or incidental ingestion of fructose might be lethal. Our paper aims at improving the clinical and molecular characterizations of these patients, to...
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