Article
[Genetics of Usher syndrome].
Der Ophthalmologe : Zeitschrift der Deutschen Ophthalmologischen Gesellschaft - 1 Jun 2009
Bolz H J
Abstract excerpt
Since the first gene (MYO7A) for Usher syndrome was identified 14 years ago, there has been substantial progress in the elucidation of the genetic basis of this disorder, revealing extensive genetic heterogeneity (with nine genes known to date). Most Usher genes have similar functions, localize to similar regions in inner ear hair cells and retinal photoreceptors, and interact with each other. Approximately 80%...
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