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Connective Tissue Diseases
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Definition:
A heterogeneous group of disorders, some hereditary, others acquired, characterized by abnormal structure or function of one or more of the elements of connective tissue, i.e., collagen, elastin, or the mucopolysaccharides.
Synonym(s):
Connective Tissue Disease /
Disease, Connective Tissue /
Diseases, Connective Tissue /
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