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A novel splice mutation in PLS3 causes X-linked early onset low-turnover osteoporosis.
Journal of bone and mineral research : the official journal of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research - 1 Mar 2015
Laine Christine M, Wessman Maija, Toiviainen-Salo Sanna, Kaunisto Mari A, Mäyränpää Mervi K, Laine Tero, Pekkinen Minna, Kröger Heikki, Välimäki Ville-Valtteri, Välimäki Matti J, Lehesjoki Anna-Elina, Mäkitie Outi
Abstract excerpt
Genetic factors play an important role in the development of osteoporosis. Several monogenic forms of osteoporosis have been recognized, most recently an X-chromosomal form resulting from mutations in the gene encoding plastin 3 (PLS3). PLS3 is a protein involved in actin bundle formation in the cytoskeleton. We present a large family with early onset osteoporosis and X-linked inheritance. Phenotyping was...
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