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Freeman-Sheldon Syndrome: A Rare Case Report with Dental Perspective
Sahil Mustafa Kidwai1, Suman Sen2, Nikil Kumar Jain3
1Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Shree Bankey Bihari Dental College and Research Center, Ghaziabad, India.
Prague Medical Report
|January 2, 2026
Summary
Freeman-Sheldon syndrome (FSS) is a severe congenital disorder. This case report highlights the dental management of an 8-year-old patient with FSS, emphasizing its unique challenges.
Area of Science:
- Medical Genetics
- Pediatric Orthopedics
- Craniofacial Biology
Background:
- Freeman-Sheldon syndrome (FSS) is a rare, severe congenital disorder characterized by multiple contractures.
- It represents the most extreme manifestation of distal arthrogryposis, impacting skeletal and facial development.
- Key features include limb deformities like camptodactyly and talipes equinovarus, alongside distinctive facial traits.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a rare case of Freeman-Sheldon syndrome in an 8-year-old patient.
- To emphasize the specific challenges and considerations in the dental management of FSS.
- To contribute to the understanding of FSS clinical presentation and multidisciplinary care.
Main Methods:
- Case report detailing a clinical presentation of FSS.
- Focus on the diagnostic features and orthodontic/dental interventions.
- Review of relevant literature on FSS and its management.
Main Results:
- The patient presented with characteristic skeletal and facial anomalies of FSS.
- Dental management strategies were tailored to address the specific oral and maxillofacial manifestations.
- Successful implementation of dental interventions aimed at improving function and aesthetics.
Conclusions:
- Freeman-Sheldon syndrome requires a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to care.
- Dental management is a critical component in addressing the functional and aesthetic concerns of FSS patients.
- Early and specialized dental intervention can significantly improve outcomes for individuals with FSS.
Keywords:
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