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CHARGE association in two monozygous triplets.

K D Blake1, J M Ratcliffe, R K Wyse

  • 1Department of Paediatric Cardiology, Institute of Child Health, London, U.K.

International Journal of Cardiology
|December 1, 1989
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Two identical twins with CHARGE association experienced different health outcomes due to varied surgical interventions for similar heart conditions. This case highlights unique questions about the development of CHARGE association.

Area of Science:

  • Genetics
  • Pediatrics
  • Developmental Biology

Background:

  • CHARGE association is a complex genetic disorder affecting multiple organ systems.
  • Monozygotic twins share identical genetic material, making phenotypicDiscordance rare.
  • Cardiovascular anomalies are common in CHARGE association, requiring surgical intervention.

Observation:

  • Two monozygotic female twins presented with CHARGE association.
  • Both twins had identical cardiovascular lesions.
  • Surgical management for these lesions differed between the twins.

Findings:

  • Despite identical genetic makeup and similar cardiac defects, the twins exhibited disparate clinical outcomes post-surgery.
  • The dissimilar surgical approaches led to varying effects on their overall health status.

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Implications:

  • This case underscores the potential impact of surgical management on clinical outcomes in CHARGE association, even with identical lesions.
  • It raises critical questions about the interplay of genetics, environment, and medical intervention in the manifestation and progression of CHARGE association.
  • Further research is warranted to understand the developmental pathways and optimize treatment strategies for CHARGE association.