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Carpenter syndrome: a case report.

S Begum¹, N Khatun, S M Rayhan

¹Department of Paediatrics, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Shahbagh, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Mymensingh Medical Journal : MMJ

|July 26, 2012

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Carpenter syndrome, a rare hereditary disorder (Acrocephalopolysyndyctyly type II), presents with distinctive features. Early diagnosis via ultrasonogram is possible, aiding in management of this autosomal recessive condition.

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Area of Science:

Genetics and Developmental Biology
Pediatric Medicine
Clinical Case Reports

Background:

Carpenter syndrome, also known as Acrocephalopolysyndyctyly type II, is a rare autosomal recessive disorder.
It is characterized by a constellation of congenital anomalies including craniosynostosis, facial dysmorphism, and limb malformations.

Observation:

A case report of a 2.5-month-old female infant born to consanguineous parents is presented.
The infant exhibited classic features of Carpenter syndrome, including acrocephaly with a prominent sagittal suture ridge, polydactyly, and syndactyly.

Findings:

Diagnosis was confirmed through a combination of patient history, clinical examination, and investigation reports.
Prenatal diagnosis of Carpenter syndrome is feasible using ultrasonography during pregnancy.

Implications:

This case highlights the importance of recognizing the phenotypic spectrum of Carpenter syndrome.
Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial for genetic counseling and potential prenatal diagnosis in subsequent pregnancies.
Further research into the genetic underpinnings and management strategies for Carpenter syndrome is warranted.