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Bilateral renal agenesis in twins
American Journal of Medical Genetics
|May 1, 1985
Summary
This study reports a rare case of identical twins with bilateral renal agenesis (BRA), suggesting an autosomal dominant inheritance pattern. Early screening and prenatal diagnosis are recommended for families with a history of BRA.
Area of Science:
- Medical Genetics
- Developmental Biology
- Urology
Background:
- Bilateral renal agenesis (BRA) is a severe congenital anomaly.
- Genetic factors are implicated in BRA, but inheritance patterns are not fully understood.
- Concordant cases in twins offer insights into genetic predispositions.