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Summary

Mutations in the PITX3 gene have been found to cause multiple types of cataract, which have been described as congenital total and posterior polar. The preferred title/symbol for this entry was formerly 'Cataract, Posterior Polar, 4; CTPP4.' [from OMIM]

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  • Also known as: ASGD1, ASMD, ASOD, CTPP4, CTRCT11, PTX3, PITX3
    Summary: paired like homeodomain 3

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