Next Generation Sequencing identifies mutations in GNPTG gene as a cause of familial form of scleroderma-like disease
Abstract Background Scleroderma is a multisystem disease, characterized by fibrosis of skin and internal organs, immune dysregulation, and vasculopathy. The etiology of the disease remains unknown, but it is likely multifactorial. However, the genetic basis for this condition is defined by multiple...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2017-09-01
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Series: | Pediatric Rheumatology Online Journal |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12969-017-0200-2 |