The prevalence of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency in Ireland
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The prevalence of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency in Ireland
BACKGROUND Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) results from mutations in the SERPINA1 gene and classically presents with early-onset emphysema and liver disease. The most common mutation presenting with clinical evidence is the Z mutation, while the S mutation is associated with a milder plasma deficiency. AATD is an under-diagnosed condition and the World Health Organisation recommends targe...
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عنوان ژورنال: Respiratory Research
سال: 2011
ISSN: 1465-993X
DOI: 10.1186/1465-9921-12-91