Article
Comprehensive molecular etiology analysis of nonsyndromic hearing impairment from typical areas in China.
Journal of translational medicine - 10 Sept 2009
Yuan Yongyi, You Yiwen, Huang Deliang, Cui Jinghong, Wang Yong, Wang Qiang, Yu Fei, Kang Dongyang, Yuan Huijun, Han Dongyi, Dai Pu
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Every year, 30,000 babies are born with congenital hearing impairment in China. The molecular etiology of hearing impairment in the Chinese population has not been investigated thoroughly. To provide appropriate genetic testing and counseling to families, we performed a comprehensive investigation of the molecular etiology of nonsyndromic deafness in two typical areas from northern and southern China....
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