Epidemiologic analysis of families with isolated anorectal malformations suggests high prevalence of autosomal dominant inheritance

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BACKGROUND: Anorectal malformations (ARM) are rare abnormalities that occur in approximately 1 in 3000 live births with around 40% of patients presenting with isolated forms. Multiple familial cases reported, suggest underlying genetic factors that remain largely unknown. The recurrence in relatives is considered rare, however transmission rates of ARM by affected parents have never been determined before. The...

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