Article
Connexin32-null mice develop demyelinating peripheral neuropathy
1 Sept 1998
Abstract excerpt
Mutations in the gene encoding the gap junction protein connexin32 (Cx32) cause X-linked Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMTX), a common form of inherited demyelinating peripheral neuropathy. To learn more about the pathogenesis of CMTX, we examined the PNS and CNS of cx32-null mice (cx32-/Y males and cx32-/-females) by light and electron microscopy. These mice develop a progressive demyelinating peripheral...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
