Segregation of structural collagen genes in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.

The etiology of idiopathic scoliosis remains unknown. The condition results in a characteristic deformity of the spine and surrounding tissues. Both Types I and II collagen are important constituents of the affected tissues, and thus defective collagens are reasonable candidates for the primary abno...

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Main Authors: Carr, A, Ogilvie, D, Wordsworth, B, Priestly, L, Smith, R, Sykes, B
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 1992