Search Results - "Altarescu, Gheona"
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Detection of single nucleotide and copy number variants in the Fabry disease-associated GLA gene using nanopore sequencing
Published in Scientific reports (16-11-2021)“…More than 900 variants have been described in the GLA gene. Some intronic variants and copy number variants in GLA can cause Fabry disease but will not be…”
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Preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy by microarray analysis of polar bodies in advanced maternal age: a randomized clinical trial
Published in Human reproduction (Oxford) (01-09-2018)“…Abstract STUDY QUESTION Does preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy (PGT-A) by comprehensive chromosome screening (CCS) of the first and second polar…”
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The decision-making process, experience, and perceptions of preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) users
Published in Journal of assisted reproduction and genetics (01-08-2020)“…Purpose The decision to undergo preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) entails a variety of personal and societal variables. Although PGT technology is widely…”
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SHaploseek is a sequencing-only, high-resolution method for comprehensive preimplantation genetic testing
Published in Scientific reports (21-10-2023)“…Recent advances in genomic technologies expand the scope and efficiency of preimplantation genetic testing (PGT). We previously developed Haploseek, a…”
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Expanded clinical validation of Haploseek for comprehensive preimplantation genetic testing
Published in Genetics in medicine (01-07-2021)“…We previously developed Haploseek, a method for comprehensive preimplantation genetic testing (PGT). However, some key features were missing, and the method…”
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The benefits and challenges of family genetic testing in rare genetic diseases—lessons from Fabry disease
Published in Molecular genetics & genomic medicine (01-05-2021)“…Background Family genetic testing of patients newly diagnosed with a rare genetic disease can improve early diagnosis of family members, allowing patients to…”
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Neonatal outcome after preimplantation genetic diagnosis
Published in Fertility and sterility (01-10-2014)“…Objective To examine whether embryo biopsy for preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) influences neonatal outcomes. Design Prospective follow-up cohort…”
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Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) for copy number variants of uncertain significance (CNV- VUS) in the genomic era: to do or not to do?
Published in Journal of assisted reproduction and genetics (01-03-2021)“…Purpose To review cases of couples presented to our PGT-unit with copy number variants (CNVs) classified as variants of uncertain significance (VUS) in order…”
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FMR1 Epigenetic Silencing Commonly Occurs in Undifferentiated Fragile X-Affected Embryonic Stem Cells
Published in Stem cell reports (11-11-2014)“…Fragile X syndrome (FXS) is the most common heritable form of cognitive impairment. It results from epigenetic silencing of the X-linked FMR1 gene by a CGG…”
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Uncovering the Role of Hypermethylation by CTG Expansion in Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1 Using Mutant Human Embryonic Stem Cells
Published in Stem cell reports (11-08-2015)“…CTG repeat expansion in DMPK, the cause of myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1), frequently results in hypermethylation and reduced SIX5 expression. The…”
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Effect of genetic modifiers on cerebral lesions in Fabry disease
Published in Neurology (28-06-2005)“…Fabry disease is associated with increased risk of premature stroke and presumptive ischemic cerebral lesions. In 57 consecutive patients, 35% of whom had…”
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Establishment of Homozygote Mutant Human Embryonic Stem Cells by Parthenogenesis
Published in PloS one (16-10-2015)“…We report on the derivation of a diploid 46(XX) human embryonic stem cell (HESC) line that is homozygous for the common deletion associated with Spinal…”
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Marked Differences in C9orf72 Methylation Status and Isoform Expression between C9/ALS Human Embryonic and Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells
Published in Stem cell reports (08-11-2016)“…We established two human embryonic stem cell (hESC) lines with a GGGGCC expansion in the C9orf72 gene (C9), and compared them with haploidentical and unrelated…”
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A safety trial of high dose glyceryl triacetate for Canavan disease
Published in Molecular genetics and metabolism (01-07-2011)“…Canavan disease (CD MIM#271900) is a rare autosomal recessive neurodegenerative disorder presenting in early infancy. The course of the disease is variable,…”
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Does elevated human chorionic gonadotropin alone trigger spontaneous ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome?
Published in Fertility and sterility (01-11-2008)“…Objective To test whether elevated hCG alone triggers spontaneous ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (sOHSS). Design Retrospective analysis. Setting Departments…”
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Enhanced endothelium-dependent vasodilation in Fabry disease
Published in Stroke (1970) (01-07-2001)“…Fabry disease is an X-linked lysosomal storage disease secondary to deficiency of alpha-galactosidase A with resulting glycolipid accumulation, particularly…”
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PGD on a recombinant allele: crossover between the TSC2 gene and 'linked' markers impairs accurate diagnosis
Published in Prenatal diagnosis (01-10-2008)“…Objective Accounting for possible recombinations in developing an accurate preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) protocol based on familial haplotypes…”
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Achievement of Therapeutic Goals with Low-Dose Imiglucerase in Gaucher Disease : A Single-Center Experience
Published in Advances in hematology (2013)“…Gaucher disease, a lysosomal storage disorder, is a multisystem disorder with variable and unpredictable onset and severity. Disease-specific enzyme…”
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Enzyme replacement reverses abnormal cerebrovascular responses in Fabry disease
Published in BMC neurology (18-06-2002)“…Fabry disease is a lysosomal X-linked enzyme deficiency of alpha-galactosidase A associated with an increased mortality and morbidity due to renal failure,…”
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Anesthetic management for oocyte retrieval: An exploratory analysis comparing outcome in in vitro fertilization cycles with and without pre-implantation genetic diagnosis
Published in Journal of human reproductive sciences (01-10-2013)“…To date, there has been no comparison of outcomes in women undergoing anesthesia for in vitro fertilization (IVF) oocyte retrieval for the purpose of…”
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