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Turner syndrome and craniosynostosis.

G Massa1, M Vanderschueren-Lodeweyckx

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, University of Leuven, Belgium.

Helvetica Paediatrica Acta
|October 1, 1987
PubMed
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This case study describes a girl with Turner syndrome and sagittal synostosis who showed normal development. Early skull examination is crucial for Turner syndrome patients due to potential craniosynostosis risks.

Area of Science:

  • Genetics
  • Pediatrics
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Turner syndrome is a genetic condition affecting females, characterized by chromosomal abnormalities.
  • Craniosynostosis, the premature fusion of skull sutures, can manifest in various forms.
  • The co-occurrence of Turner syndrome and craniosynostosis requires careful clinical consideration.

Observation:

  • A case of a young female patient diagnosed with Turner syndrome and sagittal synostosis is presented.
  • The patient exhibited normal psychomotor development throughout her early life.
  • No significant neurological impairments were identified in the patient.

Findings:

  • Sagittal synostosis, a specific type of craniosynostosis, was observed in the patient with Turner syndrome.

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  • Despite the presence of craniosynostosis, the patient's neurodevelopmental trajectory remained within normal limits.
  • This case highlights a potentially less severe presentation of craniosynostosis in the context of Turner syndrome.

    • Implications:

    • The findings suggest that not all cases of craniosynostosis in Turner syndrome present with severe neurological deficits.
    • A thorough cranial examination is recommended for all individuals diagnosed with Turner syndrome to detect potential skull abnormalities.
    • Further research may elucidate the specific genetic or clinical factors influencing the severity of craniosynostosis in Turner syndrome patients.