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Aase syndrome   

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Alternative names:

Aase-Smith syndrome

Definition:

Aase syndrome is a rare, inherited disorder characterized by anemia with some joint and skeletal deformities.

Causes and Risks

Aase syndrome is thought to be an autosomal dominant inherited disorder. The genetic basis of the disease is not known. The anemia is caused by underdevelopment of the bone marrow, which is where blood cells are formed.

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