| Literature DB >> 25343065 |
Jinxiang Han1, Yazhou Cui1, Xiaoyan Zhou1.
Abstract
Rare diseases research in China can be traced back to the 1980s. Currently, control of rare diseases has become a national concern. This paper describes developments concerning rare diseases in China with regard to epidemiology, case registration, basic research, establishment of medical networks, and orphan drugs. A national program for rare disease research is being implemented in China to promote international cooperation in the future.Keywords: China; Rare disease; development; epidemiology
Year: 2012 PMID: 25343065 PMCID: PMC4204592 DOI: 10.5582/irdr.2012.v1.1.10
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Intractable Rare Dis Res ISSN: 2186-3644