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  • 1Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India. drakankshajuneja@gmail.com

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Summary

Sotos syndrome is a rare overgrowth condition in children. This case report details a 5½-year-old diagnosed with Sotos syndrome, highlighting its key features.

Area of Science:

  • Genetics and developmental pediatrics
  • Rare pediatric disorders
  • Overgrowth syndromes

Background:

  • Sotos syndrome is a recognized genetic overgrowth disorder.
  • Characterized by significant pre- and postnatal overgrowth.
  • Associated with developmental delays and advanced bone age.

Observation:

  • A 5½-year-old child presented with features consistent with Sotos syndrome.
  • The child exhibited characteristic facial features.
  • Specific features included macrodolichocephaly and frontal bossing.

Findings:

  • The case aligns with the established diagnostic criteria for Sotos syndrome.
  • Facial gestalt included sparse frontoparietal hair, hypertelorism, and downslanting palpebral fissures.

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  • Facial flushing was also noted in the patient.

    • Implications:

    • This case reinforces the clinical presentation of Sotos syndrome.
    • Highlights the importance of recognizing characteristic features for early diagnosis.
    • Contributes to the understanding of Sotos syndrome in pediatric populations.