Article
Multi-genic pattern found in rare type of hypopituitarism: a whole-exome sequencing study of Han Chinese with pituitary stalk interruption syndrome.
Journal of cellular and molecular medicine - 1 Dec 2017
Guo Qing-Hua, Wang Cheng-Zhi, Wu Zhi-Qiang, Qin Yan, Han Bai-Yu, Wang An-Ping, Wang Bao-An, Dou Jing-Tao, Wu Xiao-Sheng, Mu Yi-Ming
Abstract excerpt
Pituitary stalk interruption syndrome (PSIS) is a rare type of hypopituitarism manifesting various degrees of pituitary hormone deficiency. Although mutations have been identified in some familial cases, the underpinning mechanisms of sporadic patients with PSIS who are in a vast majority remain elusive, necessitating a comprehensive study using systemic approaches. We postulate that other genetic mechanisms may...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
