Article
Novel ABCA3 mutations as a cause of respiratory distress in a term newborn.
Gene - 25 Jan 2014
Gonçalves Jean-Pierre, Pinheiro Liliana, Costa Miguel, Silva Albina, Gonçalves Augusta, Pereira Almerinda
Abstract excerpt
We report here the case of a term female newborn that developed severe respiratory distress soon after birth. She was found to be a compound heterozygote for both novel mutations in the ABCA3 gene. ABCA3 deficiency should be considered in mature babies who develop severe respiratory distress syndrome.
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