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Hallermann-streiff syndrome.

Jayakar Thomas1, B Sindhu Ragavi, Pk Raneesha

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Sree Balaji Medical College, Chromepet, Chennai, India.

Indian Journal of Dermatology
|October 2, 2013
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Hallermann-Streiff syndrome, a rare genetic disorder, causes distinctive facial and dental issues. This report details a case of a 12-year-old girl with these characteristic features.

Keywords:
Abnormal facial featuresHallermann-Streiff syndromedental anomalies

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Genetics
  • Pediatrics
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Hallermann-Streiff syndrome (HSS) is an extremely rare genetic disorder.
  • It is characterized by craniofacial abnormalities, including dyscephalia, and dental anomalies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a clinical case of Hallermann-Streiff syndrome in a pediatric patient.
  • To highlight the key presenting features of HSS.

Main Methods:

  • Case report of a 12-year-old female patient.
  • Clinical examination focusing on facial features, dental status, and hair characteristics.

Main Results:

  • The patient presented with typical dyscephalia and significant dental abnormalities.
  • Sparse scalp hair was also a notable clinical finding.

Conclusions:

  • This case underscores the characteristic presentation of Hallermann-Streiff syndrome.
  • Early recognition of these features is crucial for diagnosis and management.