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Genetic variants in the RELN gene are associated with otosclerosis in multiple European populations.
Human genetics - 1 Feb 2010
Schrauwen Isabelle, Ealy Megan, Fransen Erik, Vanderstraeten Kathleen, Thys Melissa, Meyer Nicole C, Cosgarea Marcel, Huber Alex, Mazzoli Manuela, Pfister Markus, Smith Richard J H, Van Camp Guy
Abstract excerpt
Otosclerosis is a common form of hearing loss characterized by abnormal bone remodeling in the otic capsule. It is considered a complex disease caused by both genetic and environmental factors. In a previous study, we identified a region on chr7q22.1 located in the RELN gene that is associated with otosclerosis in Belgian-Dutch and French populations. Evidence for allelic heterogeneity was found in this...
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