Distinct gene subsets in pterygia formation and recurrence: dissecting complex biological phenomenon using genome wide expression data

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Pterygium is a common ocular surface disease characterized by fibrovascular invasion of the cornea and is sight-threatening due to astigmatism, tear film disturbance, or occlusion of the visual axis. However, the mechanisms for forma...

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Main Authors: Ang Leonard PK, Yang Henry, Chew Jaime, Tong Louis, Tan Donald TH, Beuerman Roger W
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-03-01
Series:BMC Medical Genomics
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1755-8794/2/14