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Retinoid Pathway and Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: Hypothesis from the Analysis of Chromosomal Abnormalities
1 Jan 2010
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BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: Although there is strong evidence implicating genetic factors in congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) pathogenesis, few causal genes have been identified. Many studies suggest that early disruption of the retinoid signaling pathway during gestation may contribute to CDH etiology. Chromosome abnormalities are detected in 10-20% of CDH cases. Chromosomal regions that are involved in balanced...
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