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[Syndromes 5. Williams-Beuren Syndrome]
M Hoff1, J M van Hagen, J A Baart
1Afdeling Mondziekten, Kaakchirurgie en Bijzondere Tandheelkunde, Academisch Ziekenhuis Groningen, postbus 30.001, 9700 RB Groningen.
Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde
|April 4, 2002
Summary
Williams-Beuren syndrome is a genetic disorder with distinct facial features, developmental delays, and heart issues. Dentists can play a key role in the early identification of this condition.
Area of Science:
- Genetics and developmental disorders
- Medical diagnostics
Context:
- Williams-Beuren syndrome (WBS) presents with a recognizable pattern of physical and cognitive features.
- Early diagnosis is crucial for timely intervention and management of WBS complications.
Purpose:
- To highlight the major clinical manifestations of Williams-Beuren syndrome.
- To emphasize the potential role of dental professionals in the early diagnosis of WBS.
Summary:
- Key features of WBS include characteristic facial morphology, intellectual disability, growth deficits, cardiovascular abnormalities, and infantile hypercalcemia.
- The unique oral and facial characteristics associated with WBS can serve as important diagnostic clues.
Impact:
- Increased awareness among dental practitioners can lead to earlier WBS detection.
- Facilitating prompt diagnosis improves patient outcomes through timely management of associated health issues.