Mutations in holoprosencephaly
- 1 August 2000
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Hindawi Limited in Human Mutation
- Vol. 16 (2), 99-108
- https://doi.org/10.1002/1098-1004(200008)16:2<99::aid-humu2>3.0.co;2-0
Abstract
Holoprosencephaly (HPE) is the most common developmental defect of the forebrain and midface in humans. In holoprosencephaly the cerebral hemispheres of the brain fail to separate into distinct left and right hemispheres. This malformation is due to the improper specification and formation of the forebrain during early development. When one considers the great number and kinds of genetic interactions that must occur to properly pattern the developing forebrain, it is not surprising that HPE is extremely heterogeneous. In addition to teratogenic agents, several genes are implicated as the cause of HPE. At least 12 different loci have been associated with HPE and now several distinct human genes for holoprosencephaly have been identified. These genes include Sonic Hedgehog (SHH), ZIC2, SIX3, and TG-interacting factor (TGIF). Here we present an overview of the presently known genes causing human holoprosencephaly. We discuss their functional role in development of the forebrain and summarize the mutations and polymorphisms that have been identified within them. Hum Mutat 16:99-108, 2000. Published 2000 Wiley-Liss, Inc.Keywords
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