2013, Number 4
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Gac Med Mex 2013; 149 (4)
Ataxia telangiectasia. Diagnosis and follow-up in 4 cases
Monterrubio LCE, Corona RA, Corona RJR, Rodríguez CLJ, Hernández RJ, Barros NP, Bobadilla ML
Language: Spanish
References: 12
Page: 448-453
PDF size: 100.65 Kb.
ABSTRACT
Ataxia telangiectasia (AT) is a chromosomal instability syndrome with autosomal recessive inheritance, it is caused by more
than 500 mutations of the ATM gene, which is involved in the cellular response to DNA damage. The diagnosis becomes
difficult due to the evolution of the disease, their poor knowledge, and limited access to diagnostic tests. Chromosomal
damage induced by ionizing radiation (IR) assay is still a sensitive method for early diagnosis, and it is essential for
better management and genetic counseling. This paper shows diagnosis and follow-up in four cases with AT.1
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