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Catarina Vieira1, Neusa Teixeira2, Alexandra Cadilhe2
1Gynecology and Obstetrics, Hospital de Braga, Braga, Portugal catarina.cv.16@gmail.com.
Early ultrasound detected Apert syndrome, a genetic disorder caused by FGFR2 gene mutations. This case highlights the importance of timely diagnosis for prenatal management and genetic counseling.
Area of Science:
- Medical Genetics
- Prenatal Diagnosis
- Developmental Biology
Background:
- Apert syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by craniosynostosis and craniofacial/limb abnormalities.
- Mutations in the fibroblast growth factor receptor 2 (FGFR2) gene are the primary cause of Apert syndrome.
- Prenatal diagnosis and management of Apert syndrome present significant challenges due to its lifelong impact.
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