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Morphological and Functional Colonic Defects Caused by a Mutated Thyroid Hormone Receptor α.
Thyroid : official journal of the American Thyroid Association - 1 Feb 2023
Kim Minjun, Kruhlak Michael, Hoffmann Victoria, Zerfas Patricia, Bishop Kevin, Doolittle Woo Kyung Lee, Edmondson Elijah F, Zhu Yuelin Jack, Cheng Sheue-Yann
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Background: Mutations of thyroid hormone receptor α (TRα1) result in resistance to thyroid hormone (RTHα), exhibiting symptoms of retarded growth, delayed bone maturation, anemia, and severe constipation. Using a mouse model of RTHα (Thra1PV/+ mouse), we aimed at understanding the molecular basis underlying the severe constipation observed in patients. Methods: The Thra1PV/+ mouse expresses a strong dominant...
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