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SynthesisBMC ophthalmology2024

Genotype-phenotype associations in CRB1 bi-allelic patients: a novel mutation, a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Ahmad Daher, Malak Banjak, Jinane Noureldine, Joseph Nehme, Said El Shamieh

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Synthesis in BMC ophthalmology, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 6 papers.

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

6 citing papers in PubMed, 7 citations in OpenAlex.

  1. Novel Genotype-Phenotype Correlations inOphthalmology science · 2026
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  3. The Specific Pathogenicity Pattern of the DifferentInternational journal of molecular sciences · 2025
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  5. Expanding the Clinical Spectrum ofInternational journal of molecular sciences · 2025
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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

5 authors at 3 institutions in 1 country.

Ahmad DaherMedical Testing Laboratory, Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Beirut Arab University, Beirut, Lebanon.
Malak Banjak *Rammal Hassan Rammal Research Laboratory, PhyToxE Research Group, Faculty of Sciences, Lebanese University, Nabatieh, Lebanon.
Jinane Noureldine *Rammal Hassan Rammal Research Laboratory, PhyToxE Research Group, Faculty of Sciences, Lebanese University, Nabatieh, Lebanon.
Joseph NehmeFaculty of Medicine, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK), Jounieh, Lebanon.
Said El ShamiehMedical Testing Laboratory, Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Beirut Arab University, Beirut, Lebanon. said.shamieh@gmail.com.
Beirut Arab University · LBLebanese University · LBHoly Spirit University of Kaslik · LB

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purposeThe goal of the study was to search for novel bi-allelic CRB1 mutations, and then to analyze the CRB1 literature at the genotypic and phenotypic levels. APPROACH: We screened various variables such as the CRB1 mutation types, domains, exons, and genotypes and their relation with specific ocular phenotypes. An emphasis was given to the bi-allelic missense and nonsense mutations because of their high prevalence compared to other mutation types. Finally, we quantified the effect of various non-modifiable factors over the best-corrected visual acuity oculus uterque (BCVA OU) using multivariate linear regression models and identified genetic interactions.

resultsA novel bi-allelic missense in the exon 9 of CRB1; c.2936G > A; p.(Gly979Asp) was found to be associated with rod-cone dystrophy (RCD). CRB1 mutation type, exons, domains, and genotype distribution varied significantly according to fundus characteristics, such as peripheral pigmentation and condition, optic disc, vessels, macular condition, and pigmentation (P < 0.05). Of the 154 articles retrieved from PubMed, 96 studies with 439 bi-allelic CRB1 patients were included. Missense mutations were significantly associated with an absence of macular pigments, pale optic disc, and periphery pigmentation, resulting in a higher risk of RCD (P < 0.05). In contrast, homozygous nonsense mutations were associated with macular pigments, periphery pigments, and a high risk of LCA (P < 0.05) and increased BCVA OU levels. We found that age, mutation types, and inherited retinal diseases were critical determinants of BCVA OU as they significantly increased it by 33% 26%, and 38%, respectively (P < 0.05). Loss of function alleles additively increased the risk of LCA, with nonsense having a more profound effect than indels. Finally, our analysis showed that p.(Cys948Tyr) and p.(Lys801Ter) and p.(Lys801Ter); p.(Cys896Ter) might interact to modify BCVA OU levels.

conclusionThis meta-analysis updated the literature and identified genotype-phenotype associations in bi-allelic CRB1 patients.

Indexed as

Codon, NonsenseNerve Tissue ProteinsAllelesDNA Mutational AnalysisEye ProteinsGenetic Association StudiesHumansMembrane ProteinsMutationPedigreePhenotypeRetinaCodon, NonsenseCRB1 protein, humanEye ProteinsMembrane ProteinsNerve Tissue ProteinsCRB1Genotype-phenotypeLeber congenital AmaurosisRod-cone dystrophy

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PMID38622537
PMCPMC11017593
OpenAlexW4394816532

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