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Molecular characterization of a monosomy 1p36 presenting as an Aicardi syndrome phenocopy.
American journal of medical genetics. Part A - 1 Nov 2009
Bursztejn Anne-Claire, Bronner Myriam, Peudenier Sylviane, Grégoire Marie-José, Jonveaux Philippe, Nemos Christophe
Abstract excerpt
Monosomy 1p36 is the most frequent terminal deletion known in Humans. Typical craniofacial features, developmental delay/mental retardation, seizures and sensorineural defects characterize 1p36 deletion syndrome. Aicardi syndrome (AIS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by chorioretinal lacunae, corpus callosum agenesis and infantile spasms responsible for mental retardation. By screening DNA from diagnosed...
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