The genetics of fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva.
Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva is an autosomal dominant disorder. Most cases are due to new gene mutations because people with fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva have markedly reduced reproductive fitness. The gene or genes responsible for this disorder are unknown.
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Victorian Clinical Genetics Services, Royal Children's Hospital, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.
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