Scientists have identified novel genetic interactions that may contribute to congenital heart disease (CHD), a common birth defect.

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Scientists at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and collaborators have identified novel genetic interactions that may contribute to congenital heart disease (CHD), a common birth defect.