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What causes Dystrophic EB?

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GaleEncyofMedicine

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14y ago
Updated: 8/19/2019

Dystrophic EB is caused by mutations in genes for type VII collagen, the protein contained in the fibers anchoring the epidermis to the deeper layers of the skin

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