An innovative strategy for the molecular diagnosis of Usher syndrome identifies causal biallelic mutations in 93% of European patients.
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Bonnet C, et al.
Eur J Hum Genet. 2016 Dec;24(12):1730-1738. doi: 10.1038/ejhg.2016.99. Epub 2016 Jul 27.
Eur J Hum Genet. 2016.
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A total of 10 causal genes, 6 for USH1, 3 for USH2, and 1 for USH3, and an USH2 modifier gene, have been identified. A robust molecular diagnosis is required not only to improve genetic counseling, but also to advance gene therapy in USH patients. ...
A total of 10 causal genes, 6 for USH1, 3 for USH2, and 1 for USH3, and an USH2 modifier gene, have been identified. A robust molecul …