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FGFR3 targeting strategies for achondroplasia.
Expert reviews in molecular medicine - 19 Jan 2012
Laederich Melanie B, Horton William A
Abstract excerpt
Mutations that exaggerate signalling of the receptor tyrosine kinase fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 (FGFR3) give rise to achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism in humans. Here we review the clinical features, genetic aspects and molecular pathogenesis of achondroplasia and examine several therapeutic strategies designed to target the mutant receptor or its signalling pathways, including the use of...
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