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A novel frameshift mutation of the endoglin(ENG) gene causes hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia in a Chinese family.
European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - 1 Jan 2024
Li Peng, Gao Chunhai, Wei Yuda, Zhao Xiangyu, Sun Dezhong, Lin Liqiang, Yang Yangyang, Shao Qiang, Lv Huaiqing
Abstract excerpt
PURPOSE: Hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) is a dominantly inherited disorder that involves epistaxis, mucocutaneous telangiectases, and visceral arteriovenous malformations (AVMs). This study aims to investigate the genetic causes in a Chinese family with HHT. METHODS: HHT was confirmed according to Curaçao's diagnostic criteria. Three patients diagnosed with HHT and healthy members were recruited....
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