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Mutation of SYNE-1, encoding an essential component of the nuclear lamina, is responsible for autosomal recessive arthrogryposis.
Human molecular genetics - 15 Sept 2009
Attali Ruben, Warwar Nasim, Israel Ariel, Gurt Irina, McNally Elizabeth, Puckelwartz Megan, Glick Benjamin, Nevo Yoram, Ben-Neriah Ziva, Melki Judith
Abstract excerpt
Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC) is a group of disorders characterized by congenital joint contractures caused by reduced fetal movements. AMC has an incidence of 1 in 3000 newborns and is genetically heterogeneous. We describe an autosomal recessive form of myogenic AMC in a large consanguineous family. The disease is characterized by bilateral clubfoot, decreased fetal movements, delay in motor...
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