Paeds genetics Flashcards
1
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What is William syndrome and which chromosome does it affect?
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- caused by deletion of genetic material on 1 copy of chromosome 7
- so only single copy of deleted genes
- random deletion around conception
2
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What are the features of William syndrome?
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- starburst eyes
- sociable, trusting personality
- wide mouth, widely spaced teeth
- mild learning disability
- small chin
- flattened nasal bridge
3
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What conditions are associated with William Syndrome?
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- supravalcular aortic stenosis
- hypercalcaemia
- hypertension
- ADHD
4
Q
What is the management of William syndrome?
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- echocardiogram
- BP monitoring
- low calcium diet
5
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What is Noonan syndrome and how is it inherited?
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- caused by a number of genes
- associated with deletion on chromosome 12
- autosomal dominant
6
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What are the features of Noonan syndrome?
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- webbed neck
- short stature
- widely spaced nipples
- hypertelorism: widely spaced eyes
7
Q
What conditions are associated with Noonan syndrome?
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- congenital heart disease
- cryptorchidism > infertility
- learning disability
- bleeding disorders
- lymphoedema
8
Q
What is Prader-Willi syndrome?
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- loss of functional genes on proximal arm of chromosome 15 from paternal side
9
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What are features of Prader-Willi syndrome?
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- constant insatiable hunger > obesity
- hypotonia
- learning disability
- narrow forehead and almond eyes
- mental health problems
10
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What is the management of Prader-Willi syndrome?
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- dieticians > limit access to food
- growth hormone
- physio, OT, psychologist
11
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What is Angelman syndrome?
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- loss of function of maternal UBE3A gene
- caused by deletion on chromosome 15 or inheritance of both from father
12
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What are features of Angelman syndrome?
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- fascination with water
- happy demeanour
- widely spaced mouth and teeth
- learning disability
- speech development delay
- ataxia
13
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How is Angelman syndrome managed?
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- parental education
- social services
- physio and OT
- CAMHS
- anti-epileptic meds if required
14
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What is the difference between Angelman and Prader-Willi?
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- both have gene deletion on chromosome 15
- Angelman: if maternal
- Prader-Willi: if paternal
15
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What is Klinefelter syndrome?
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- male has additional X chromosome: 47 XXY
- can be more severe - 48 XXXY or 49 XXXXY