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Tanjala T Gipson1, Andrea Poretti2,3
1Tuberous Sclerosis Center of Excellence, Neurology and Developmental Medicine, Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore, MD, USA.
Insights
Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) management requires comprehensive care. Early detection and multidisciplinary treatment of TSC manifestations, like tumors and behavioral changes, are crucial for patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Genetics
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is a genetic disorder causing tumors in various organs.
- Clinical manifestations of TSC are diverse and challenging to manage.
- Early diagnosis and intervention are critical for improving patient prognosis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a case study of a patient with tuberous sclerosis complex.
- To emphasize the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing TSC.
- To highlight the effectiveness of early detection and treatment of TSC-associated conditions.
Main Methods:
- Case report of a patient diagnosed with TSC at 3.5 years old.
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) used for diagnosis of cortical tubers and subependymal nodules.
- Interdisciplinary care including ongoing surveillance and pharmacological intervention (everolimus).
Main Results:
- The patient was diagnosed with TSC following MRI findings of tubers and nodules.
- Development of aggressive and self-injurious behavior occurred, associated with a subependymal giant cell astrocytoma.
- Everolimus treatment led to reduced aggression, cessation of self-injurious behavior, and stabilized tumor growth.
Conclusions:
- A multidisciplinary approach is essential for comprehensive TSC care.
- Early detection and timely treatment of TSC-related manifestations improve patient outcomes.
- This case underscores the need for continuous monitoring and tailored interventions in TSC patients.
Objective:
Tuberous sclerosis complex is expressed throughout the body, resulting in a range of clinical manifestations that can be challenging to manage.
Results:
The authors report a patient who presented at age 3.5 years with several suspected seizures and was diagnosed with tuberous sclerosis complex following the discovery of numerous bilateral cortical tubers and subependymal nodules on magnetic resonance imaging. Interdisciplinary, comprehensive care was recommended; this included ongoing surveillance to monitor for the development of tuberous sclerosis complex-associated conditions. Approximately 2 years later, the patient began exhibiting aggressive and self-injurious behavior, and a subependymal giant cell astrocytoma was discovered. After everolimus was initiated, he demonstrated less aggression, had ceased self-injurious behavior, and subependymal giant cell astrocytoma growth stabilized.
Conclusions:
This case highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to care in tuberous sclerosis complex, which ensures the early detection and appropriate treatment of clinical manifestations that may arise during the course of the patient's life.
