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Portable Thermographic Screening for Detection of Acute Wallenberg's Syndrome

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Published on: September 19, 2019

A case study on Walker-Warburg syndrome.

Stephanie L Kerr¹

¹Exempla St. Joseph Hospital, Denver, Colorado, USA.

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|February 13, 2010

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Walker-Warburg syndrome (WWS) is a rare, lethal genetic disorder with severe brain and eye defects. Management is supportive, emphasizing empathy and genetic counseling for families facing this terminal illness.

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Area of Science:

Genetics
Neurology
Pediatrics

Background:

Walker-Warburg syndrome (WWS) is a rare, lethal genetic disorder.
Characterized by cobblestone-type lissencephaly, ocular abnormalities, and muscular dystrophy.
The wide spectrum of defects can delay diagnosis.

Observation:

Diagnosis can be challenging due to varied presentations.
No cure exists; management is supportive.
Families experience significant emotional distress.

Findings:

The "Middle range theory of chronic sorrow" nursing model can aid staff in patient and family care.
Genetic counseling is crucial for family planning.
Recurrence risk for WWS is 25% in future pregnancies.

Implications:

Implementing the chronic sorrow model can improve care for WWS patients and families.
Genetic counseling empowers families with informed reproductive choices.
Early recognition and supportive care are vital for improving quality of life for affected families.