Scientists have identified novel genetic interactions that may contribute to congenital heart disease (CHD), a common birth defect.

"Our research reveals the potential for digenic inheritance—where two genes work together to cause disease—expanding our ...

Scientists at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and collaborators have identified novel genetic interactions that may contribute to congenital heart disease (CHD), a common birth defect.

Four young children have gained life-changing improvements in sight following treatment with a pioneering new genetic ...

Congenital heart disease or defect is a common type of birth defect that needs medical attention. The exact cause is unclear, ...

This rare genetic disorder was just treated in the womb for the first time ever - Without treatment, those with the more ...

Dr Pranav Gupta, Consultant and Head, Molecular Biology Regional Reference Lab at Apollo Diagnostic Delhi, explains, “Genetic ...

These findings highlight the need for high-resolution genetic screening in children with CHD and additional birth defects, even if they have had a normal karyotype. Our results indicate that a ...

Though learning that your child has a heart defect like a ventricular septal defect can be frightening, understanding the ...

Birth defects can occur due to various reasons. Take this quiz to know about the genetic, drug-related and other causes of birth defects. Prenatal diagnosis is now possible with genetic testing ...

For women, that can lead to poor egg quality, which in turn can cause infertility, miscarriage, birth defects or genetic disorders. Researchers at the University of Missouri are now working to ...

This work will identify genes critical in human embryonic development, provide novel insights into transcriptional regulation, and help identify genetic causes and candidate genes for isolated birth ...