A team of researchers from the University of Liverpool have reportedly identified a specific gene responsible for epithelial recurrent erosion dystrophy (ERED).
According to the University, a Liverpool family with a 20-year history of ERED served as the impetus for discovery. Researchers were able to use genomics to look for physical and biochemical characteristics, ultimately leading to a genetic diagnosis of the disease before symptoms appear.
PHOTO: Members of the Ridland and Kadiri family with Prof Colin Willoughby (Back row far left), Dr Vito Romano (Back row second from left) and Dr Kevin Hamill (Back row far right).
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Source: University of Liverpool