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Autosomal dominant hypophosphatemic rickets

Definition:

Autosomal dominant hypophosphatemic rickets (ADHR) is a rare genetic disorder, characterized by low serum phosphorus concentrations, rickets, osteomalacia, lower extremity deformities, short stature, bone pain and dental abscesses. The mutations in FGF23 cause ADHR. FGF23 is a circulatory hormone produced by osteocytes, but is also found in heart and liver. FGF23 helps maintain phosphorus homeostasis by inducing renal phosphate excretion.

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