Article
New insight on FGFR3-related chondrodysplasias molecular physiopathology revealed by human chondrocyte gene expression profiling.
PloS one - 29 Oct 2009
Schibler Laurent, Gibbs Linda, Benoist-Lasselin Catherine, Decraene Charles, Martinovic Jelena, Loget Philippe, Delezoide Anne-Lise, Gonzales Marie, Munnich Arnold, Jais Jean-Philippe, Legeai-Mallet Laurence
Abstract excerpt
Endochondral ossification is the process by which the appendicular skeleton, facial bones, vertebrae and medial clavicles are formed and relies on the tight control of chondrocyte maturation. Fibroblast growth factor receptor (FGFR)3 plays a role in bone development and maintenance and belongs to a family of proteins which differ in their ligand affinities and tissue distribution. Activating mutations of the...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
