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Werner syndrome associated with acroosteolysis.

Tanzeela Khalid, Fatima Inam¹, Muhammad Areeb Iqbal

¹Department of Dermatology, The University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan. fatimainam6@gmail.com.

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Werner syndrome (WS) is a rare genetic disorder causing premature aging and genomic instability. Early diagnosis in patients presenting with growth arrest is crucial for timely cancer screening and management.

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Genetics and Molecular Biology
Gerontology
Dermatology

Background:

Werner syndrome (WS) is an autosomal recessive disorder.
Characterized by genomic instability, affecting multiple body systems.
Caused by Werner syndrome protein (WRN) deficiency, mimicking normal aging processes.

Observation:

A 28-year-old woman presented with key clinical signs.
Symptoms included growth arrest, dyspigmentation, and acroosteolysis.
These findings prompted further investigation into rare genetic disorders.

Findings:

The patient was diagnosed with Werner syndrome.
WS is associated with premature aging features and increased cancer risk.
Genomic instability is a hallmark of this condition.

Implications:

Early diagnosis of Werner syndrome enables proactive health management.
Facilitates timely screening for associated malignancies.
Improves patient outcomes through early intervention and monitoring.