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Mitochondrial Diseases

Medical Definition: 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.
Guide Notes: GEN or unspecified; prefer specifics
Also Called: Electron Transport Chain Deficiencies, Mitochondrial,Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiencies,Respiratory Chain Deficiencies, Mitochondrial
Previously Indexed: Mitochondria (1987-2001),Mitochondrial Myopathies (1992-2001)

Mitochondrial Diseases Medical Definitions and Terms

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