Presentation
ALK-1 levels were specifically reduced in three HUVEC with ALK-1 missense mutant codons, and normal in two newborns not carrying the missense mutations present in the clinically affected relatives. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Disease manifestations are usually not present at birth but appear with advancing age. [clinicaladvisor.com]
Epistaxis is the most frequent presenting finding. Gastrointestinal bleeding and telangiectases on the face, lips, tongue, fingers, and chest are other common clinical features. [ctgt.net]
With a central motif of the biologic dichotomy of vascular tumors and vascular malformations, this book is organized into chapters which address clinical presentation, diagnostic imaging, molecular genetics, pathogenesis, histopathology, and management [books.google.com]
It is inherited with high penetrance, as 97% have symptoms. [ 3 ] Epidemiology The population prevalence is between 1 in 5,000 and 1 in 8,000. [ 4 ] Presentation Age-related penetrance is seen in HHT. [ 2 ] It does not present at birth but commonly presents [patient.info]
Entire Body System
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Gastrointestinal
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Hematochezia
[…] dilated blood vessels in fingerpads 0006107 Gastrointestinal angiodysplasia 0000471 Gastrointestinal arteriovenous malformation 0002629 Gastrointestinal telangiectasia Small, enlarged blood vessels near skin 0002604 Hematemesis Vomitting blood 0002248 Hematochezia [rarediseases.info.nih.gov]
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Rectal Bleeding
bleeding 0002573 Hepatic arteriovenous malformation 0006574 Hypertension 0000822 Ischemic stroke 0002140 Lip telangiectasia 0000214 Melena 0002249 Nail bed telangiectasia 0001232 Nasal mucosa telangiectasia Spider veins of mucosa of nose Spider veins [rarediseases.info.nih.gov]
Skin
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Cutis Laxa
laxa (hyperelastica) Dermatoglyphic anomalies Inherited keratosis palmaris et plantaris Keratosis follicularis [Darier-White] Type 1 Excludes Ehlers-Danlos syndrome ( Q79.6 ) hemorrhagic familial I78.0 hereditary familial I78.0 Babington's disease I78.0 [icd10data.com]
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Cutaneous Manifestation
Richard Boland and Alan Menter, Cutaneous manifestations of gastrointestinal disease, Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 68, 2, (211.e1), (2013). [doi.org]
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Angiokeratoma
Feliciani, Angiokeratoma: decision‐making aid for the diagnosis of Fabry disease, British Journal of Dermatology, 166, 4, (712-720), (2012). Nathan B. Sautter and Timothy L. [doi.org]
Face, Head & Neck
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Spontaneous Recurrent Epistaxis
recurrent epistaxis Recurring nosebleed Spontaneous, recurrent nosebleed [ more ] 0004406 Tongue telangiectasia 0000227 Showing of 58 Last updated: 12/1/2018 Making a diagnosis for a genetic or rare disease can often be challenging. [rarediseases.info.nih.gov]
Patients with suspicion of HHT based on clinical data, such as: 1) spontaneous recurrent epistaxis, 2) cutaneous telangiectasia, 3) visceral lesions (arteriovenous malformations), and/or 4) first-degree relatives with those characteristics. [admerahealth.com]
Larger visceral arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) can be found in the brain, lung, liver, and elsewhere. 3 The clinical diagnosis of HHT is based on the presence of at least 3 of the following criteria: spontaneous recurrent epistaxis, multiple characteristic [phaonlineuniv.org]
recurrent epistaxis Multiple telangiectasias in typical locations (see above) Proven visceral AVM (lung, liver, brain, spine) First-degree family member with HHT Despite the designation "possible", someone with a visceral AVM and a family history but [ipfs.io]
Workup
(See Workup .) Indications for intervention in OWRD vary according to site of involvement and presentation. In mild cases, no treatment is necessary. [emedicine.medscape.com]
X-Ray
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Nephrolithiasis
[…] of eye and eyelids 0000524 Esophageal varix 0002040 Gastrointestinal hemorrhage Gastrointestinal bleeding 0002239 Hematuria Blood in urine 0000790 Hemoptysis Coughing up blood 0002105 Hepatic failure Liver failure 0001399 Intestinal polyposis 0200008 Nephrolithiasis [rarediseases.info.nih.gov]
Treatment
Significant updates on bariatric surgery, Barrett's esophagus, endoscopic ultrasound, endosonography, treatment of liver disease, and much more keep you current on the latest advances. [books.google.com]
Severe anemia or episodes of severe bleeding are treated with endoscopic argon plasma coagulation (APC) or laser treatment of any lesions identified; this may reduce the need for supportive treatment. [ipfs.io]
Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) Treatment Guide Please use this guide as a resource to learn about the causes of Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia and your treatment options. [my.clevelandclinic.org]
Management of patients has changed considerably in the last 20 years, in terms of both treatment and the prevention of complications. [doi.org]
[…] at centers with expertise in the various treatment modalities. [clinicaladvisor.com]
Prognosis
The prognosis depends on the disease severity and especially hepatic, pulmonary and CNS involvement . [lecturio.com]
Sometimes, knowing the molecular diagnosis of the disease may provide information about prognosis, monitoring and management of the disease. [admerahealth.com]
Prognosis Life expectancy is reduced in unscreened patients. In patients assessed and treated for pulmonary AVMs in an HHT Center, life expectancy is comparable to the general population. [orpha.net]
Hereditary PAH is generally associated with poor prognosis. [library.dctabudhabi.ae]
Prognosis In most people, recurrent bleeding results in an iron deficiency. It is usually necessary to take iron supplements. Prevention Hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia is an inherited disorder and cannot be prevented. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]
Etiology
Etiology This genetic disorder is due to pathogenic variants primarily in ENG (9q34.11) or ACVRL1 (12q13.13), encoding proteins involved in vascular development and angiogenic homeostasis of capillaries. [orpha.net]
Pulmonary arteriovenous malformations etiologies in HHT patients and potential utility of thalidomide. Med Hypotheses 2013; 80 : 587–588. 3. Kersemaekers MAH, Westermann CJJ, Mager JJ, De Weerdt O, Disch FJM, Snijder RJ. [jstage.jst.go.jp]
Etiology of HHT Causes of HHT As already mentioned, it is an autosomal dominant disorder, with 5 genetic types and homozygous condition being incompatible with life. [lecturio.com]
Etiology OWRD (ie, HHT) is a disorder that is inherited in an autosomal dominant fashion, [23, 24] though 20% of patients are unaware of a positive family history, partly because the lesions may be minimal and because 10% of patients have no episodes [emedicine.medscape.com]
Epidemiology
However, recent epidemiologic surveys indicate that the disorder is much more frequent than originally thought, possibly due to increased awareness of and interest in this disorder. [ommbid.mhmedical.com]
Agerelated clinical profile of hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia in an epidemiologically recruited population. Am J Med Genet. 1989;32:291. Shovlin CL, Sodhi V, McCarthy A, Lasjaunias P, Jackson JE, Sheppard MN. [revistas.asoneumocito.org]
J Intern Med 245: 31–39 CrossRef PubMed Google Scholar Dakeishi M, Shioya T, Wada Y, et al (2002) Genetic epidemiology of hereditary haemorrhagic telangiectasia in a local community in the northern part of Japan. [link.springer.com]
Summary Epidemiology The prevalence is approximately 1/6,000 Clinical description The most common clinical signs of hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) include recurrent epistaxis (nosebleeds), frequently from childhood, and cutaneous or mucosal [orpha.net]
It is inherited with high penetrance, as 97% have symptoms. [ 3 ] Epidemiology The population prevalence is between 1 in 5,000 and 1 in 8,000. [ 4 ] Presentation Age-related penetrance is seen in HHT. [ 2 ] It does not present at birth but commonly presents [patient.info]
Pathophysiology
Hereditary haemorrhagic telangiectasia: pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment. Blood Rev. 2010;24:203. Plauchu H, de Chadarévian JP, Bideau A, Robert JM. [revistas.asoneumocito.org]
Hereditary haemorrhagic telangiectasia: pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment. Blood Rev. 2010 Nov;24(6):203-19. doi: 10.1016/j.blre.2010.07.001. Epub 2010 Sep 25. Review. OMIM: TELANGIECTASIA, HEREDITARY HEMORRHAGIC, TYPE 3 [ghr.nlm.nih.gov]
Pathophysiology of HHT A defect in TGF-B superfamily receptor results in abnormal architecture of vessels and consequent malformations and aneurysms. This combined with abnormal repair results in lesions. [lecturio.com]
"Hereditary haemorrhagic telangiectasia: pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment". Blood Rev. 24 (6): 203–19. doi : 10.1016/j.blre.2010.07.001. PMID 20870325. [ipfs.io]
While there is still much to learn about this condition, there is an increasing understanding its underlying pathophysiology, genetic basis, presentations, and management. [springermedizin.de]
Prevention
However, it is highly recommended to use the least heat and time to prevent septal perforations and excessive trauma to the nasal mucosa that are already susceptible to bleeding. Sclerotherapy is another option to manage the bleeding. [ipfs.io]
Transcription factors help to control gene activity in particular, and tumor suppressors prevent cells from growing and dividing too rapidly or uncontrollably. [ivami.com]
Use of an air-eliminating filter on all intravenous lines to prevent paradoxical air embolism. Avoidance of SCUBA diving to prevent decompression-related complications. [clinicaladvisor.com]
Prevention Hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia is an inherited disorder and cannot be prevented. Resources Organizations American Medical Association. 515 N. State St., Chicago, IL 60612. (312) 464-5000. . [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]