Goriely and colleagues (2003)studied a genetic disease caused by a mutation in the gene coding for fibroblast growth factor receptor 2 (FGFR2).This disease,known as ________ syndrome,is a dominant mutation that causes premature fission of the joints in the skull,facial malformations,and fusion of the fingers and toes.
A) Marfan's
B) Apert
C) Edward
D) Asherman's

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The description fits the symptoms of Apert syndrome, which is caused by a mutation in FGFR2 gene. Marfan's syndrome is caused by a mutation in the fibrillin-1 gene and affects the connective tissue in the body. Edward syndrome is a rare chromosomal abnormality that results in severe developmental abnormalities. Asherman's syndrome is a rare condition where scar tissue forms in the uterus, leading to infertility.

Goriely and Colleagues (2003)studied a Genetic Disease Caused by a Mutation