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Robinow syndrome.

M A Patton1, A R Afzal

  • 1Department of Medical Genetics, St George's Hospital Medical School, Cranmer Terrace, London SW17 0RE, UK.

Journal of Medical Genetics
|May 16, 2002
PubMed
Summary
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Robinow syndrome, a genetic disorder, is characterized by skeletal abnormalities and distinctive facial features. Research identified the ROR2 gene as the cause of the autosomal recessive form, offering insights into this rare condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Genetics and Developmental Biology
  • Clinical Medicine
  • Molecular Biology

Background:

  • Robinow syndrome, first described in 1969, presents with mesomelic shortening, hemivertebrae, genital hypoplasia, and fetal facies.
  • Over 100 cases have been documented, necessitating a comprehensive review of its clinical and genetic aspects.
  • Understanding the genetic underpinnings is crucial for diagnosis and potential therapeutic strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and consolidate current knowledge on the clinical and genetic features of Robinow syndrome.
  • To investigate the genetic basis of the autosomal recessive form of Robinow syndrome.
  • To explore the potential role of the ROR2 gene in both autosomal recessive and dominant forms of the syndrome.

Main Methods:

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  • Literature review of reported cases and genetic studies on Robinow syndrome.
  • Analysis of genetic data to identify causative genes.
  • Comparison of genetic findings with known mutations in related disorders.

    • Main Results:

    • The gene responsible for the autosomal recessive form of Robinow syndrome was identified as ROR2, located on chromosome 9q22.
    • ROR2 encodes a receptor tyrosine kinase, a class of proteins involved in cell signaling and development.
    • ROR2 mutations are also implicated in autosomal dominant brachydactyly B, suggesting a potential overlap in genetic etiology.

    Conclusions:

    • The ROR2 gene is definitively linked to the autosomal recessive form of Robinow syndrome.
    • Further research is needed to determine if ROR2 mutations also cause the autosomal dominant form of Robinow syndrome.
    • Elucidating the role of ROR2 provides a foundation for understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying Robinow syndrome and related skeletal dysplasias.