Article
[How frequently does genetic mosaicism occur in the skin?].
Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, und verwandte Gebiete - 1 Jun 2014
Happle R
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Until recently, cutaneous mosaicism was considered a rare phenomenon. Its practical significance was considered minimal. OBJECTIVES: The following questions will be considered: How often are mosaic skin disorders seen in dermatological practice? In which ways can special dermatological competence contribute to assure an appropriate genetic counseling? METHODS: This review is based on the analysis of...
Topics
- Genetic Counseling
- Genetic Markers
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
- Genetic Testing
- Humans
- Internationality
- Mosaicism
- Prevalence
- Rare Diseases
- Risk Assessment
- Skin Diseases, Genetic