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[Trichothiodystrophy. Hair examination as a diagnostic tool]

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Ugeskrift for Laeger
|June 21, 1993
PubMed
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Trichothiodystrophy is a rare genetic disorder causing brittle hair with low sulfur content. This neuroectodermal syndrome often involves growth and intellectual disabilities, alongside skin and nail abnormalities.

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Area of Science:

  • Genetics
  • Dermatology
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Trichothiodystrophy is a rare neuroectodermal syndrome characterized by specific hair abnormalities.
  • Key features include brittle hair with low sulfur content, trichoschisis, and defective cuticle.
  • The condition affects organs derived from ectoderm and neuroectoderm.