Gene responsible for severe osteoporosis disorder discovered

Sunday, March 6, 2011 - 14:20 in Biology & Nature

Scientists have identified a single mutated gene that causes Hajdu-Cheney syndrome, a disorder of the bones causing progressive bone loss and osteoporosis (fragile bones). The study, published in Nature Genetics today, gives vital insight into possible causes of osteoporosis and highlights the gene as a potential target for treating the condition...

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