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Mitochondrial Diseases  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Disorder, Mitochondrial
  • Mitochondrial Disorder
  • Mitochondrial Disorders

Note

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Scope note

  • Diseases caused by abnormal function of the MITOCHONDRIA. They may be caused by mutations, acquired or inherited, in mitochondrial DNA or in nuclear genes that code for mitochondrial components. They may also be the result of acquired mitochondria dysfunction due to adverse effects of drugs, infections, or other environmental causes.

History note

  • 2002; use MITOCHONDRIAL MYOPATHIES 2000-2001

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D028361

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