Zebrafish Model of Stickler Syndrome Suggests a Role for Col2a1a in the Neural Crest during Early Eye Development

Most cases of Stickler syndrome are due to autosomal-dominant COL2A1 gene mutations leading to abnormal type II collagen. Ocular findings include axial eye lengthening with vitreal degeneration and early-onset glaucoma, which can result in vision loss. Although COL2A1 is a major player in cartilage...

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Main Authors: Antionette L. Williams, Brenda L. Bohnsack
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-10-01
Series:Journal of Developmental Biology
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2221-3759/10/4/42