@article{2406,
  keywords = {Genome, Bacterial, Humans, leprosy, Mutation, Mycobacterium leprae},
  author = {Young D and Robertson B},
  title = {Genomics: leprosy - a degenerative disease of the genome.},
  abstract = {<p>Analysis of the genome of the leprosy bacillus uncovers evidence of extensive deletion and inactivation of genes. Secluded in a specialised niche, it has discarded much of its genetic heritage, though retaining just enough to be a major human pathogen.</p>},
  year = {2001},
  journal = {Current biology : CB},
  volume = {11},
  pages = {R381-3},
  month = {2001 May 15},
  issn = {0960-9822},
  doi = {10.1016/s0960-9822(01)00213-5},
  language = {eng},
}