Presentation
Prepare for the USMLE Step 1 with clinical case presentations, highlighted in special boxes, that demonstrate how embryology concepts relate to clinical practice. [books.google.com]
Ataxia, dysmetria, and athetotic movements may be present. Motor and mental development are delayed as is expressive speech. Intellectual disability is present in all 4 patients. [disorders.eyes.arizona.edu]
In our case also, HFM was present in a male patient and the right side was affected. [jiaomr.in]
In case of syndromic presentation, prognosis depends on the nature of the associated anomalies. (Source: Orphanet) Link: Fibular hemimelia [dysnet.org]
Malignancies Both KS and NHL can initially present as an enlarging cervical mass. [hivinsite.ucsf.edu]
Entire Body System
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Surgical Procedure
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There is hope for suffers of mandibular hypoplasia, but it requires a reconstructive surgical procedure. [mandibulartori.com]
Different secondary surgical procedures such as midfacial advancement, facial bipartition and monobloc osteotomy for mid-face hypoplasia and hypertelorism and orthognathic surgery to correct any dentofacial deformities can be done. [mjdrdypu.org]
MRI can be used for studying the TMJ, especially the articular disc and condyle relationship, in cases where surgical procedures like mandibular distraction osteogenesis are planned, and also to study the facial nerve and facial muscle hypoplasia in HFM [jiaomr.in]
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Pathologist
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The definitions are essential for pediatric pathologists, pediatricians, medical geneticists, and others dealing with congenital anomalies. [basicmedicalkey.com]
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Multiple Congenital Anomalies
General manifestations Along with congenital sensorineural deafness, multiple congenital anomalies are associated with this syndrome. The widely spaced medial canthi (dystopia canthorum) are characteristic of WS1. [emedicine.medscape.com]
Cardiovascular
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Hypertension
Type I maternal diabetes is also associated with an increased incidence of preeclampsia and pregnancy-induced hypertension ( 68 ). [basicmedicalkey.com]
The most common side effects of tocilizumab include upper respiratory tract infections, nasopharyngitis, headache, hypertension, and transient elevation of serum liver enzyme levels. [88] More serious side effects include neutropenia, serious infection [eyewiki.aao.org]
Secondary shunts may be spontaneous (from venous thrombosis or hypertension) or secondary (from trauma). The latter are usually of the high-flow type, 40–50% causing visual loss. ORBITAL IMAGING. [medtextfree.wordpress.com]
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Vascular Disease
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Ears
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Hearing Impairment
Often there is bilateral hearing impairment. There is no angle between the neck and the chin. It is often associated to cleft palate. The forehead may be prominent. [pocketdentistry.com]
Common features include short stature, microcephaly (1 had macrocephaly), hearing impairment. Ataxia, dysmetria, and athetotic movements may be present. Motor and mental development are delayed as is expressive speech. [disorders.eyes.arizona.edu]
impairment - Dysarthria - Decreased proprioception - Scoliosis - Pes cavus - Diabetes in 20% - HYPERTROPHIC CARDIOMYOPATHY in 90% - Normal IQ Most wheelchair-bound by 10 years post-Dx Mx - screening early for HOCM and DM 1 in 100,000 AD inheritance of [quizlet.com]
Upper airway narrowing and hearing impairment are major issues during infancy. These infants are prone to obstructive sleep apnea and sudden infant death syndrome. [emedicine.medscape.com]
Skin
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Hirsutism
The unusual hirsutism that is present at birth may disappear with age. [basicmedicalkey.com]
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Hypertrichosis
Confluent eyebrows with hypertrichosis of the medial portions (synophrys) are present in 85% of patients with WS1 and in 25% of patients with WS2. [emedicine.medscape.com]
Eyes
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Visual Impairment
Cortical visual impairment has been diagnosed although 'atrophic optic fundi' and hypotrophic optic nerves and fovea have also been described. Nystagmus has been observed as well. [disorders.eyes.arizona.edu]
impairment (secondary to retinitis pigmentosa, therefore initially degeneration of rod cells (night blindness/periopheral vision loss) then cone cells/macula (central acuity loss) Connective tissue disorder, related with Marshall syndrome AD inheritance [quizlet.com]
There may be visual impairment, with an increased risk of developmental delay and mental retardation. [ijri.org]
Visual impairment is a common finding; amblyopia is the major cause. Ametropia, astigmatism, anisometropia, and strabismus frequently develop in patients with Apert syndrome. [emedicine.medscape.com]
Face, Head & Neck
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Cleft Lip and-or Palate
cyclopia and holoprosencephaly; cleft lip and cleft palate). Such alterations are more likely to arise late in gestation and produce more confined defects ( 6 ). [basicmedicalkey.com]
It is caused by heterozygous mutations in the MLL2 gene (12q12-q14). 9 BCDS is also a rare autosomal-dominant disorder characterized by upper eyelid distichiasis, euryblepharon, bilateral cleft lip and palate and conical teeth. [reviewofophthalmology.com]
Unique facial dysmorphism on the midline structures including hypertelorism, frontal bossing, grooved or bifid nasal tip, cleft lip and/or palate, high arched palate can be the important clues to clinical diagnosis of CFNS ( Fig. 2B ) 1). [jkns.or.kr]
Workup
Clinical Presentation All patients with suspected NSOI require a full ophthalmic assessment/workup. NSOI is typically characterized by the abrupt onset of pain, proptosis and other inflammatory signs such as swelling and erythema. [eyewiki.aao.org]
Treatment
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Treatment Treatment Options: No treatment has been reported. [disorders.eyes.arizona.edu]
As a result its use should probably be limited to those who have failed virtually all other available treatments. [90] Surgical Therapy Surgical resection can be an effective form of treatment in NSOI refractory to treatment. [eyewiki.aao.org]
Etiopathogenic and nosologic discussion]. ( 6392975 ) Flament J....Bronner A. 1984 15 [Proposed treatment of the Urrets-Zavalia syndrome. A propos of one reversible case]. ( 6348146 ) Lagoutte F....Comte P. 1983 [malacards.org]
Prognosis
TREATMENT AND PROGNOSIS. Treatment consists of total excision without rupture of the capsule. The prognosis is excellent. Mucocele KEY POINTS. [medtextfree.wordpress.com]
In case of syndromic presentation, prognosis depends on the nature of the associated anomalies. (Source: Orphanet) Link: Fibular hemimelia [dysnet.org]
Poor prognosis (6/60 or less). Vitelliform dystrophy or Best's disease autosomal dominant. Yellow cyst like sub-retinal deposit ("sunny-side up") progressing to more irregular disturbance ("scrambled egg"). Slow progress. Fairly good prognosis. [academy.org.uk]
Chapter First Online: 09 October 2013 Zusammenfassung Frühzeitiger Verschluss einer oder mehrerer Schädelnäht Literatur Arnaud E, Renier D et al. (1995) Prognosis for mental function in scaphocephaly. [link.springer.com]
Pulmonary hypoplasia is common which, together with kidney and liver disease, is responsible for the poor prognosis of most infants. [disorders.eyes.arizona.edu]
Etiology
The etiology is unclear. The deformity is probably due to disruptions during the critical period of embryonic limb development, between 4th and 7th week of gestation. [dysnet.org]
Etiology Treacher Collins syndrome is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait with variable expressivity and high penetrance. A recessive form has also been described. [emedicine.medscape.com]
ETIOLOGY AND PATHOGENESIS The question of causation—etiology—is not at all simple, for etiology may be heterogeneous, that is, multiple factors may bring about a given defect. [basicmedicalkey.com]
Etiology The cause of anencephaly is usually not known. The data suggest a polygenic or multifactorial etiology. Recognized associations include chromosomal abnormalities and mechanical factors. [nejm.org]
However, it is said that pathogenically, the etiology of HFM is heterogeneous. [jiaomr.in]
Epidemiology
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The clinical experience and epidemiologic data can be used to estimate the anticipated incidence of anencephaly in the United States each year. [nejm.org]
Association Scientific Statement from the Council on Clinical Cardiology, Heart Failure and Transplantation Committee; Quality of Care and Outcomes Research and Functional Genomics and Translational Biology Interdisciplinary Working Groups; and Council on Epidemiology [ispub.com]
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Hence, it was also termed as Fishman syndrome. [4], [5] Approximately, 77 patients with the ECCL (PubMed search, accessed on 09-09-2013) have been reported in the literature. [1], [2], [3], [4], [5], [6], [7], [8], [9], [10], [11], [12], [13] No epidemiological [ijo.in]
Pathophysiology
Pathophysiology The etiology and pathogenesis of NSOI is currently unknown. Both infectious and immune-mediate etiologies have been implicated. [eyewiki.aao.org]
Somatic mosaicism is thought to be the underlying pathophysiology in ECCL. [ijo.in]
This pictorial review illustrates the underlying mechanisms and pathophysiology of craniosynostosis, the various types of craniosynostoses, common craniofacial syndromes and the role of imaging in their diagnosis and management. [ijri.org]
Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia in patients with the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome: Pathophysiology, therapy, and prevention. Semin Respir Infect 1989;4:102-110. 20. Kohan D, Rothstein SG, Cohen NL. [hivinsite.ucsf.edu]
The so- called holoprosencephaly-diencephalic hamartoblastoma association is apparently heterogeneous, and some patients diagnosed with this condition may share a common pathophysiologic pathway with the pathways in HLS (30). [redorbit.com]
Prevention
Although tissue is usually adequate for suture fixation at this point, periosteal degloving or atrophy may prevent secure fixation. [eyelidsurgerylouisville.com]
Zoster in this dermatome is an indication for aggressive management, usually including intravenous acyclovir, to prevent ophthalmic complications. [hivinsite.ucsf.edu]
Statement from the Council on Clinical Cardiology, Heart Failure and Transplantation Committee; Quality of Care and Outcomes Research and Functional Genomics and Translational Biology Interdisciplinary Working Groups; and Council on Epidemiology and Prevention [ispub.com]
In addition to aiding in the prevention of NTDs, prenatal supplementation with folic acid prevents pregnancy-induced megaloblastic anemia ( 23 ). [basicmedicalkey.com]
A limited number of cases in our study prevent any further deductions. [jcor.in]