Jeopardy 4- Metabolism Endocrine Flashcards
Inheritance pattern of Fragile X Syndrome
Unstable Repeat Sequence
Abnormal 11q of Chromosome 15 from MOM causes
Angelman Syndrome
Abnormal 11q of Chromosome 15 from DAD causes
Prader-Willi Syndrome
Intrinsically abnormal process that forms abnormal tissue
Malformation
Mechanical forces exerted on normal tissue that results in abnormal tissue
Deformation
Normal tissue that becomes abnormal after destructive forces
Disruption
Collection of seemingly unrelated abnormal features that occur in a familiar pattern
Syndrome
Modality to evaluate for fetal abnormalities
Ultrasound
High AFP is seen with
1) Neural Tube Defects
2) MFG
3) Ventral Abdominal Wall Defects
4) Underestimated GA
5) Fetal Demise
Low AFP is seen with
1) Overestimation of GA
2) Trisomy 21 and 18
3) IUGR
Components of the Triple Screen
AFP, estriol and B-HCG
High B-HCG and Low AFP/Estriol on Triple Screen suggests
Down Syndrome
Low B-HCG, AFP and Estriol on Triple Screen suggests
Trisomy 18
When is Chorionic Villus Sampling done
10-13 weeks
When is Amniocentesis done
16-18 weeks
Method of evaluating fetus for genetic issues that can also be used to give meds/transfusions
Percutaneous Umbilical Blood Sampling
Genetics of Marfan Syndrome
AD mutation in Fibrillin on Chromosome 15
Tall stature, long extremities, arachnodactyly, joint laxity, pectus excavatum, upward lens subluxation, aortic root dilation, MVP and Aortic Regurgitation
Marfan Syndrome
Condition that presents similarly to Marfan
Homocystinuria
Decreased Upper/Lower Segment ratio is seen w/
Marfan Syndrome
Complications of Marfan Syndrome
Endocarditis, Retinal Detachment and Aortic Dissection
Preventative measures for Marfan Syndrome
1) BB and avoid contact sports
2) ABX PPX for endocarditis
3) Eye exams
Genetics of Prader Willi Syndrome
Genomic imprinting LOSS of PATERNALLY derived Chromosome 15
Almond Shaped Eyes, Fish-like mouth, obesity 2/2 hyperphagia, short stature, mental retardation, hypotonia and hypogonadism
Prader Willi Syndrome
Diagnosis of Prader Willi is via
FISH
Complications of Prader Willi
OSA, Cardiac Disease and T2DM
Genetics of Angelman Syndrome
Genomic imprinting LOSS of MATERNALLY derived Chromosome 15
Jerky arm movements, ataxia, inappropriate laughter, mental retardation, small wide head, wide-spaced teeth, tongue protrusion and prognathia
Angelman Syndrome
Diagnosis of Angelman Syndrome is via
FISH
Genetics of Noonan Syndrome
Sporadic or AD mutation on Chromosome 12
Short, shield-like chest, webbed neck, low hairline, hypertelorism, down slanting palpebral fissures, low set ears and RIGHT SIDED heart defects (Pulm Stenosis)
Noonan Syndrome
Genetics of DiGeorge Syndrome and Velocardiofacial Syndrome
Deletion at 22q11; sporadic or AD mutation on Chromosome 22
DiGeorge Syndrome affects structures from
3rd and 4th Pharyngeal Pouches
Short palpebral fissures, small chin, ear defects, aortic arch abnormalities, VSD, Tetralogy of Fallot, Thymic and Hypothyroid Hypoplasia (defects in Cell Mediated Immunity and severe hypocalcemia)
DiGeorge Syndrome
Diagnosis of DiGeorge Syndrome is via
FISH
Complications of DiGeorge
Infections and Seizures
Cleft palate, wide nose, short chin, fish-shaped mouth, VSD, Right Sided Aortic Arch, Hypotonia and learning disability
Velocardiofacial Syndrome
Genetics of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
AD Defective Type V Collagen
Hyperextensible joints, dislocations, scoliosis, MVP, aortic root dilatation, constipation, rectal prolapse and hernias
Ehlers Danlos Syndrome
Complications of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Aortic Dissection and GI Bleeding
Path of Osteogenesis Imprefecta
Abnormal Type I Collagen
Blue sclera, fragile bones, genu valgum, yellow/gray teeth, easy bruisability
Osteogenesis Imprefecta
Complications of Osteogenesis Imprefecta
Conductive hearing loss and skeletal deformaties
VACTERL clinical features
V-ertebral defects A-nal atresia C-ardiac anomalies (VSD) T-racheo E-sophageal fistula R-enal and genital anomalies L-imb defects (radial hypoplasia, polydactyly)
CHARGE clinical features
C-olobomas (defect of ocular tissue- retina)
H-eart defects (Tetralogy of Fallot)
A-tresia of the nasal choanae
R-etardation
G-enital anomalies (hypoplasia)
E-ar anomalies (cup shaped and hearing loss)
Genetics of Williams Syndrome
AD deletion of elastin gene on Chromosome 7
Elfin facies, mental retardation, loquacious personality, supravalvular aortic stenosis, hypercalcemia and CT abnormalities
Williams Syndrome
Single eyebrow (synophrys), SGA, microcephaly, micrognathia, hypertonia, MR, small hands and feet, cardiac defects and autistic/self-destructive tendencies
Cornelia de Lange (Brachmann-de Lange) Syndrome
Small triangular face, normal head circumference, short stature, limb asymmetry, Café-au-lait spots and excessive sweating
Russell-Silver Syndrome
Micrognathia, cleft lip, large protruding tongue
Pierre Robin Syndrome
Syndrome associated w/ recurrent Otitis Media and Upper Airway Obstruction (may require tracheostomy)
Pierre Robin Syndrome
Genetics of Cri du chat Syndrome
Partial deletion of short arm of chromosome 5
Microcephaly, MR, hypertelorism and cat-like cry
Cri du chat Syndrome
MOST COMMON trisomy
Down Syndrome
Incidence of Down Syndrome
1:660
Trisomy more common in females
Trisomy 18
MR, hypertonia, small facies, clenched hands w/ overlapping digits and rocker bottom feet
Trisomy 18
Midline defects, holoprosencephaly, MR, microphthalmia, cleft lip and palate
Trisomy 13
Specific clinical features of Down Syndrome
Face: Epicanthal skin folds, up slanting palpebral fissure, Brushfield spots, protruding tongue
General- hypotonia, MR
MSK- Single palmar crease
GI- Duodenal atresia, Hirschsprungs, pyloric stenosis and omphalocele
Cardiac- VSD/ASD
Complications of Down Syndrome
1) Atlantoaxial C-spine instability
2) Leukemia
3) Celiac Disease
4) Early Alzheimers
5) OSA
6) Conductive Hearing loss
7) Hypothyroidism
8) Cataracts and Glaucoma
Disease caused by only one X in females
Turner Syndrome
Incidence of Turner Syndrome
1:2000
Short, webbed neck, shield chest, congenital lymphedema, ovarian dysgenesis, coarctation of aorta, bicuspid aortic valve and hypothyroidism
Turner Syndrome
Genetics of Fragile X Syndrome
X Chromosome CGG repeat disorder that follows principle of anticipation
MOST COMMON cause of inherited MR
Fragile X
Incidence of Fragile X
Males: 1:1250
Females: 1:2500
MR, large ears, blue irides, macrocephaly, large testes and behavioral issues
Fragile X
MOST COMMON cause of male hypogonadism
Klinefelter Syndrome
Genetics of Klinefelter Syndrome
XXY
Incidence of Klinefelter Syndrome
1:500
Tall, long extremities, hypogonadism, gynecomastia, behavioral changes
Klinefelter Syndrome
Rhizomelia
Proximal long bone abnormalities
Mesomelia
Medial long bone abnormalities
Acromelia
Distal abnormalities
Spondylodysplasias
Abnormalities of the spine
MOST COMMON skeletal dysplasia
Achondroplasia
Genetics of Achondroplasia
Sporadic»_space; AD mutation in FGFR3 associated w/ advanced paternal age
Megalencephaly (big brain), foramen magnum stenosis, frontal bossing, kyphosis –> lordosis, rhizomelic limb shortening, trident shaped hands, recurrent OM w/ hearing loss
Achondroplasia
Diagnosis of Achondroplasia
X-rays showing rhizomelic limb shortening
Complications of Achondroplasia
1) Hydrocephalus and spinal cord compression (FM stenosis)
2) OSA
3) Genu Varum and back pain
Early signs of spinal cord compression
Head sweating and dilated facial veins
Conditions causing Potter Syndrome
Bilateral renal agenesis, polycystic kidneys, obstructive uropathy
Limb scarring and amputation is caused by
Amniotic Band Syndrome
MOST COMMON teratogen
Alcohol
SGA, microcephaly, smooth philtrum w/ small upper lip, MR and VSD
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Wide anterior fontanelle, thick hair, small nails, cardiac defects, MR
Fetal Phenytoin Syndrome
SGA and polycythemia
Cigarette smoking
IUGR, microcephaly, GU anomalies
Cocaine
Risk of cervical CA and GU anomalies
DES
CNS malformation, microtia, cardiac defects and thymic hypoplasia
Isotretinoin
Hypothyroidism and goiter
Propylthiouracil
Malformed extremities that resemble flippers
Thalidomide
Narrow head, high forehead, face hypoplasia, spin bifid a, cardiac defects and convex nails
Valproic Acid
Hypoplastic nose, hypoplastic nails, stippling of epiphyses
Warfarin
Multifactorial inheritance deformaties
Cleft lip/palate, NTD (most common CNS), congenital heart disease
Folic Acid dose to prevent NTDs
400-800 ug/day
Incidence of inborn errors of metabolism
1:5000
Initial evaluation for IEM is looking for
1) Metabolic Acidosis
2) Hyperammonemia
Correction of acidosis
Sodium Bicarbonate
Drugs that increase ammonia excretion
Sodium Benzoate and Sodium Phenylacetate
Drugs that prevent bacterial production of ammonia in colon
Oral Neosporin and Lactulose
Genetics of Homocystinuria
AR
Path of Homocystinuria
Cystathionine Synthase Deficiency
Marfan-like body habitus w/o arachnodactyly, downward subluxation of lens, hypercoagulable state, Mitral or Aortic Regurgitation, Scoliosis and large stiff joints, MR
Homocystinuria
Increased Methionine in urine and + Urinary Cyanide Nitroprusside Test
Homocystinuria
Management of homocystinuria
1) Methionine Restricted Diet
2) Aspirin
3) Folic Acid
4) B6
Cause of transient tyrosinemia of the newborn
High protein diet in a premature infant
Diagnosis of transient tyrosinemia of the newborn
Elevated tyrosine and phenylalanine in serum
Management of transient tyrosinemia of the newborn
Decrease protein intake and Vit C
MR, hypotonia, musty body odor, eczema and decreased pigment
Phenylketonuria
Diagnosis of Phenylketonuria
Elevated Phe:Tyrosine ratio
Management of Phenylketonuria
Phe restricted diet
When must Phe-restricted diet be begun to avoid neuro symptoms/MR in phenylketonuria
By 1 month
Inheritance of PKU, Maple Syrup Urine Disease and Tyrisonemia
AR
Vomiting, poor feeding, hypotonia, coma, MR, maple syrup odor to urine, hypoglycemia and acidosis
Maple Syrup Urine Disease
Diagnosis of Maple Syrup Urine Disease
Increased serum and urine branched AAs