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Brittle cornea syndrome associated with a missense mutation in the zinc-finger 469 gene.
Investigative ophthalmology & visual science - 1 Jan 2010
Christensen Anne E, Knappskog Per M, Midtbø Marit, Gjesdal Clara G, Mengel-From Jonas, Morling Niels, Rødahl Eyvind, Boman Helge
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PURPOSE: To investigate the diverse clinical manifestations, identify the causative mutation and explain the association with red hair in a family with brittle cornea syndrome (BCS). METHODS: Eight family members in three generations underwent ophthalmic, dental, and general medical examinations, including radiologic examination of the spine. Bone mineral density (BMD) and serum levels of vitamin D, parathyroid...
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