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Sotos syndrome: An interesting disorder with gigantism

Authors :
Nalini A
Biswas Arundhati
Source :
Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology, Vol 11, Iss 3, Pp 190-192 (2008)
Publication Year :
2008
Publisher :
Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications, 2008.

Abstract

We report the case of a 16-year-old boy diagnosed to have Sotos syndrome, with rare association of bilateral primary optic atrophy and epilepsy. He presented with accelerated linear growth, facial gestalt, distinctive facial features, seizures and progressive diminution of vision in both eyes. He had features of gigantism from early childhood. An MRI showed that brain and endocrine functions were normal. This case is of interest, as we have to be aware of this not so rare disorder. In addition to the classic features, there were two unusual associations with Sotos syndrome in the patient.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09722327 and 19983549
Volume :
11
Issue :
3
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.bcc3e0f4235549fda39db6866e65bc00
Document Type :
article