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tuberous sclerosis  

Definition

  • Tuberous sclerosis, also called tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC), is a disease marked by the formation of widespread benign tumors throughout the body. This disease has a well-established molecular link, which stems from defects or mutations in either of two genes TSC1 and TSC2. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Health; Tuberous Sclerosis]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-SC80B08L-N

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