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MID1 mutations in patients with X-linked Opitz G/BBB syndrome.
Human mutation - 1 May 2008
Fontanella Bianca, Russolillo Giorgio, Meroni Germana
Abstract excerpt
Mutations in the MID1 gene are responsible for the X-linked form of Opitz G/BBB syndrome (OS), a disorder that affects the development of midline structures. OS is characterized by hypertelorism, hypospadias, laryngo-tracheo-esophageal (LTE) abnormalities, and additional midline defects. Cardiac, anal, and neurological defects are also present. The expressivity of OS is highly variable, even within the same...
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