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Disease

Leber congenital amaurosis type VII

Overview

Contributor: Robert K.Koenekoop
Leber congenital amaurosis type VII (OMIM # 602225) is a form of Leber congenital amaurosis caused by a mutation in the photoreceptor specific homeobox gene (CRX). Mutations in this gene also cause cone-rod dystrophy type II.