[Clinical genetics problems in pediatric practice].

T Mazurczak

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[Clinical genetics problems in pediatric practice].

T Mazurczak

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A general approach to genetic problems in paediatrics has been presented. The rapid developments in molecular genetic techniques have made it clear that genetic concepts are important in all areas of medicine. Because the majority of genetic disorders are diagnosed at birth or during the first years of life, "thinking genetically" has become an important element of paediatric education. Types of genetic disorders and priorities in diagnostic procedures are presented. Diagnostic possibilities based on DNA analysis in an increasing number of disorders as well as treatment and prevention problems are discussed.

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T Mazurczak. 1996. [Clinical genetics problems in pediatric practice].. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8966088/

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