barth syndrome

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What does barth syndrome mean?

A rare, potentially fatal X-linked genetic disorder mainly characterized by pronounced pediatric-onset cardiomyopathy.

Where does barth syndrome come from?

Named after Dutch pediatric neurologist Peter Barth (b. 1932).

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