A genetic disease that causes malformation of gaps junctions could lead to both cardiac and gastrointestinal problems.

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Gap junctions are important for communication between cells, including coordination of muscle contractions in both cardiac and smooth muscle tissue in the gastrointestinal tract. If these junctions are malformed due to a genetic disease, it can lead to problems in both systems.

A Genetic Disease That Causes Malformation of Gaps Junctions Could