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CONNECTIVE TISSUE DISEASES

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Definitions of CONNECTIVE TISSUE DISEASES

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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.

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