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Corneal endothelial cell abnormalities in X-linked Alport syndrome.
Ophthalmic genetics - 1 Feb 2020
Nicklason Eleanor, Mack Heather, Beltz Jacqueline, Jacob Julie, Farahani Mina, Colville Deb, Savige Judy
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Background: X-linked Alport syndrome results from the effect of COL4A5 mutations on basement membranes in the kidney, ear and eye. This study investigated individuals with X-linked Alport syndrome for corneal abnormalities.Patients and Methods: Six men and four women from 8 families with genetically-diagnosed X-linked Alport syndrome underwent ophthalmological examination including slit lamp examination and...
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