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Discovery and functional analysis of a new CRYBB1 deletion mutation linked to autosomal dominant congenital cataract in a Chinese family

  • By

  • Li Li

  • Jianfei Yue

  • Jiaxi Song

  • Meiling Qin

  • Shuyu Zhou

  • Jingfan Liu

  • Guangying Zheng

  • January 20, 2026

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    A novel heterozygous deletion mutation in CRYBB1 (c.688_733del) was identified in a Han Chinese family with congenital cataract.

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    The CRYBB1 mutation co-segregated with the disease phenotype, suggesting it is the primary genetic cause of cataract in this family.

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    Functional studies indicated that the CRYBB1 mutation leads to increased reactive oxygen species and activates mitochondrial apoptosis pathways.

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    The findings expand the mutational spectrum of CRYBB1 in the Han Chinese population, aiding in genetic diagnosis and potential therapies.

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    CRYBB1 mutations contribute to cataract formation by disrupting lens transparency through oxidative stress and apoptotic signaling.

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Discovery and functional analysis of a new CRYBB1 deletion mutation linked to autosomal dominant congenital cataract in a Chinese family

  • by Li Li, Jianfei Yue, Jiaxi Song, Meiling Qin, Shuyu Zhou, Jingfan Liu, Guangying Zheng

  • January 20, 2026

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