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Unknown syndrome in sibs: pili torti, growth delay, developmental delay, and mild neurological abnormalities.

S K Shapira1, A S Neish, B R Pober

  • 1Division of Genetics, Children's Hospital, Boston, MA 02115.

Journal of Medical Genetics
|July 1, 1992
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We describe siblings with pili torti, growth and developmental delays, and neurological issues. Unusual hair shaft electron microscopy findings suggest a novel genetic condition distinct from known syndromes.

Area of Science:

  • Genetics
  • Pediatrics
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Pili torti is a hair shaft abnormality associated with various genetic syndromes.
  • Consanguinity increases the risk of autosomal recessive genetic disorders.

Observation:

  • Siblings presented with pili torti, growth delay, developmental delay, and neurological abnormalities.
  • Unusual electron microscopic (EM) findings were observed in the hair shafts.

Findings:

  • The combination of clinical features and EM findings appears novel.
  • This presentation is not consistent with previously described syndromes involving pili torti.

Implications:

  • Suggests a potential new genetic syndrome with pili torti and developmental issues.

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  • Highlights the importance of detailed hair shaft examination in diagnosing rare genetic disorders.