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Van der Woude syndrome

Van Der Woude syndrome consists of the following characteristics: cleft lip and palate, missing teeth and lip pits.

Cause

It is caused by mutations in the IRF6 gene. (Popliteal pterygium syndrome is also caused by mutations in this gene.)

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Scientists identify cleft palate gene
From Independent, The (London), 9/2/02

RESEARCHERS HAVE identified a rogue gene that causes babies to be born with a cleft lip or palate, it was revealed yesterday. The faulty gene gives rise to Van der Woude syndrome, an inherited disorder that results in severe disfigurement. Scientists hope that, in years to come, the discovery could lead to treatments during pregnancy which might prevent the condition developing in an unborn child.

Copyright 2002 Independent Newspapers UK Limited
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