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Preimplantation genetic diagnosis associated to Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Einstein (Sao Paulo, Brazil) - 1 Jan 2000
Bianco Bianca, Christofolini Denise Maria, Conceição Gabriel Seixas, Barbosa Caio Parente
Abstract excerpt
Duchenne muscular dystrophy is the most common muscle disease found in male children. Currently, there is no effective therapy available for Duchenne muscular dystrophy patients. Therefore, it is essential to make a prenatal diagnosis and provide genetic counseling to reduce the birth of such boys. We report a case of preimplantation genetic diagnosis associated with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The couple...
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