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ba0006p194 | (1) | ICCBH2017

Variable learning disability and behavioural difficulties in children with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcaemia type 3

Chinoy Amish , Skae Mars , Nicholson Jacqueline , Mughal Zulf , Padidela Raja

Background: Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcaemia type 3 (FHH3) is a genetically heterogenous autosomal dominant disorder caused by loss-of-function mutations in the AP2S1 gene. This gene encodes the alpha-2 subunit of the adaptor protein-2 complex, which facilitates endocytosis of plasma membrane constituents such as G-protein coupled receptors.Objective: It has been suggested that FHH3 may be associated with cognitive deficits (1). We assessed...