Disease Index

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Progressive neurodegenerative disorder causing memory loss, cognitive decline, and eventual loss of independence. The most common cause of dementia, affecting 55 million people worldwide.

2-Hydroxyglutaric aciduria is a group of neurometabolic disorders with a wide clinical spectrum ranging from severe neonatal presentations to progressive forms, and asymptomatic cases, characterized biochemically by increased levels of 2-hydroxyglutaric acid in the plasma, cerebrospinal fluid and urine.

A rare organic aciduria, due to deficiency of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-CoA lyase characterized by episodes of metabolic decompensation with hypoketotic hypoglycemia triggered by periods of fasting or infections.

A rare inherited disorder of leucine metabolism characterized by a highly variable clinical picture ranging from metabolic crisis in infancy to asymptomatic adults.

A rare sex chromosome aneuploidy where males receive an additional Y chromosome, that is characterized clinically by tall stature evident from childhood, macrocephaly, facial features (mild hypertelorism, low set ears, a mildly flat malar region), speech delay and an increased risk for social and emotional difficulties, attention deficit hyperactive disorder and autistic spectrum disorder.

A rare sex chromosome number anomaly disorder characterized, genetically, by the presence of an extra X and Y chromosome in males and, clinically, by tall stature, dysfunctional testes associated with infertility and insufficient testosterone production, cognitive, affective and social functioning impairments, global developmental delay, and an increased risk of congenital malformations.

A rare form of hyperphenylalaninemia due to tetrahydropterin (BH4) biosynthesis deficiency, leading to central dopamine and serotonin deficiency, and characterized by infantile-onset neurological disease of variable severity ranging from mild forms with normal neurological development to severe forms with hypotonia, developmental delay, complex movement disorder dominated by dystonia or dystonia parkinsonism.

A severe, familial hypobetalipoproteinemia characterized by permanently low levels (below the 5th percentile) of apolipoprotein B and LDL cholesterol, and by growth delay, malabsorption, hepatomegaly, and neurological and neuromuscular manifestations.

A primary bone dysplasia with micromelia characterized by rhizomelia, exaggerated lumbar lordosis, brachydactyly, and macrocephaly with frontal bossing and midface hypoplasia.

A rare punctate palmoplantar keratoderma characterized by multiple small, round to oval or rhomboid, yellowish, hyperkeratotic papules and plaques most commonly localized to the palms of the hands and soles of the feet, potentially extending to the dorsum of the hands and feet in severe cases. Histopathological analysis shows hyperkeratosis, epidermal hypertrophy, and fragmentation and rarefaction of elastic fibers. The condition can be sporadic or familial.

A rare pigmentation anomaly of the skin characterized by otherwise asymptomatic hyperpigmentation of the skin over the dorsal side of fingers and toes which may rapidly spread towards proximal regions, like genitals, abdomen, and thighs. It is mostly seen in newborns or during the first years of life.

A rare neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by the classic triad of agenesis of the corpus callosum (total or partial), central chorioretinal lacunae and infantile spasms that affects almost exclusively females.

A rare syndrome variably characterized by chronic cholestasis due to paucity of intrahepatic bile ducts, peripheral pulmonary artery stenosis, vertebrae segmentation anomalies, characteristic facies, posterior embryotoxon/anterior segment abnormalities, pigmentary retinopathy, and dysplastic kidneys.

A sclerosing disorder of the skeleton characterized by increased bone density that classically displays the radiographic sign of ''sandwich vertebrae'' (dense bands of sclerosis parallel to the vertebral endplates).

A rare neurodegenerative disorder of the astrocytes comprised of two clinical forms: Alexander disease (AxD) type I and type II manifesting with various degrees of macrocephaly, spasticity, ataxia and seizures and leading to psychomotor regression and death.

A rare X-linked syndromic intellectual disability with neuromuscular involvement characterized by a varying degree of neurodevelopmental delay including hypotonia, hypokinesia, dystonia and spasticity, and a wide range of clinical sequelae secondary to chronic peripheral thyrotoxicosis.

An inherited lysosomal storage disorder characterized by immune deficiency, facial and skeletal abnormalities, hearing impairment, and intellectual deficit.

A subtype of autosomal recessive limb-girdle muscular dystrophy characterized by childhood onset of progressive proximal weakness of the shoulder and pelvic girdle muscles, resulting in difficulty walking, scapular winging, calf hypertrophy and contractures of the Achilles tendon, which lead to a tiptoe gait pattern. Cardiac and respiratory involvement is rare.

A rare parasitic disease caused by free-living amoebae belonging to the <i>Acanthamoeba</i>, <i>Naegleria</i> and <i>Balamuthia</i> genera, that are able to survive in an autonomous state in all natural environments and can also parasitize humans. In immunosuppressed individuals <i>Acanthamoeba</i> genus contamination leads to granulomatous amoebic encephalitis (also reported in association with species of the <i>Balamuthia</i> genus) together with other problems including cardiac, cutaneous and

A foodborne zoonotic disease, endemic to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, caused by the rat lungworm <i>Angiostrongylus cantonensis</i> and that is acquired by the ingestion of the infective larvae on vegetables or in raw or undercooked snails, slugs, land crabs, freshwater shrimps, frogs and lizards. The main feature is eosinophilic meningitis, with clinical manifestations including fever, headache, malaise, fatigue, vomiting, rhinorrhea, blurred vision, diplopia, cough, stiff neck, ente

A rare systemic autoimmune disease characterized by hypercoagulability with vascular thrombosis and, in women, pregnancy morbidity (miscarriages, severe pre-eclampsia, placental insufficiency) in the presence of serum antiphospholipid antibodies, such as lupus anticoagulant, anticardiolipin antibodies, and anti-beta2-glycoprotein 1 antibodies.

A rare idiopathic inflammatory myopathy (IIM) characterized principally by myositis, generally symmetrical arthritis and interstitial lung disease (ILD) in association with serum autoantibodies to aminoacyl-transfer RNA synthetases (anti-ARS). More variable features include arthralgia, Raynaud phenomenon, heliotrophic rash, distal esophageal dysmotility and mechanic's hands.

A rare syndromic craniosynostosis characterized by craniosynostosis with midface hypoplasia, radiohumeral synostosis, femoral bowing and joint contractures.

A rare autosomal recessive amino acid metabolism disorder characterized by variable degrees of hyperammonemia leading to progressive loss of developmental milestones and spasticity in the absence of treatment.

A rare, genetic disorder of urea cycle metabolism typically characterized by either a severe, neonatal-onset form that manifests with hyperammonemia accompanied with vomiting, hypothermia, lethargy and poor feeding in the first few days of life, or late-onset forms that manifest with stress- or infection-induced episodic hyperammonemia or, in some, behavioral abnormalities and/or learning disabilities, or chronic liver disease. Patients often manifest liver dysfunction.

A complex group of benign and malignant cerebral tumors arising at any age.

A neurodegenerative disease belonging to the inherited cerebellar ataxias mainly characterized by progressive spino-cerebellar ataxia, loss of proprioception, areflexia, and is associated with a marked deficiency in vitamin E.

A clinically and genetically heterogeneous group of neurodegenerative diseases characterized by a slowly progressive ataxia of gait, stance and limbs, dysarthria and/or oculomotor disorder, due to cerebellar degeneration in the absence of coexisting diseases. The degenerative process can be limited to the cerebellum (ADCA type 3) or may additionally involve the retina (ADCA type 2), optic nerve, ponto-medullary systems, basal ganglia, cerebral cortex, spinal tracts or peripheral nerves (ADCA typ

Cranio-cerebello-cardiac (3C) syndrome is a rare multiple congenital anomalies syndrome characterized by craniofacial (prominent occiput and forehead, hypertelorism, ocular coloboma, cleft palate), cerebellar (Dandy-Walker malformation, cerebellar vermis hypoplasia) and cardiac (tetralogy of Fallot, atrial and ventricular septal defects) anomalies.

A rare polymalformative syndrome characterized by agenesis of corpus callosum (CC), distal anomalies of limbs, minor craniofacial anomalies and intellectual disability.

A rare inherited inborn error of metabolism resulting in a severe zinc deficiency and characterized by acral dermatitis, alopecia, diarrhea and growth failure.

A rare autosomal recessive acromesomelic dysplasia characterized by severe dwarfism (adult height <120 cm), both axial and appendicular involvement (shortening of the middle and distal segments of limbs and vertebral shortening), and with normal facial appearance and intelligence. It is a less severe form than acromesomelic dysplasia, Grebe type and acromesomelic dysplasia, Hunter-Thomson type .

A rare metabolic disorder for which two forms have been described. Lack of activity of the erythrocyte isoform of adenosine monophosphate (AMP) deaminase has been described in subjects with low plasma uric acid levels without obvious clinical relevance and will not be described further. Myoadenylate deaminase deficiency is an inherited disorder of muscular energy metabolism with a lack of AMP deaminase activity in skeletal muscle. It is characterised by exercise-induced muscle pain, cramps and/o

A disorder of purine metabolism characterized by intellectual disability, psychomotor delay and/or regression, seizures, and autistic features.

A rare inherited subacute encephalopathy characterized by the variable association of basal ganglia calcification, leukodystrophy, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) lymphocytosis and evidence of enhanced type I interferon signaling in blood and CSF.

A rare disorder of phenylalanine and tyrosine metabolism characterized by the accumulation of homogentisic acid (HGA) and its oxidized product, benzoquinone acetic acid (BQA), in various tissues (e.g. cartilage, connective tissue) and body fluids (urine, sweat), causing urine to darken when exposed to air as well as grey-blue coloration of the sclera and ear helix (ochronosis), and a disabling joint disease involving both the axial and peripheral joints (ochronotic arthropathy).

A rare hereditary, metabolic disease characterized by serum levels of alpha-1-antitrypsin (AAT) that are well below the normal range. In the most severe form, the disease can clinically manifest with chronic liver disorders (cirrhosis, fibrosis), respiratory disorders (emphysema, bronchiectasis), and rarely panniculitis or vasculitis.

A rare renal disease characterized by glomerular nephropathy with hematuria progressing to end-stage renal disease (ESRD), frequently associated with sensorineural deafness, and occasionally with ocular anomalies.

A rare multisystemic disorder characterized by cone-rod dystrophy, hearing loss, obesity, insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia, type 2 diabetes mellitus, dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), and progressive hepatic and renal dysfunction.

A parasitic disease caused by the protozoa, <i>Entamoeba histolytica</i>, mainly occurring in tropical regions after the ingestion of an amoebic cyst, and resulting in clinical manifestations that may range from an asymptomatic state to amoebic colitis (violent abdominal pain, a painful contracted feeling around the anal sphincter, blood and mucus in the stools but without the presence of fever), or amoebic liver abscesses (fever, chills, abdominal pain, weight loss, hepatomegaly) that can be fa

A vast group of rare systemic diseases characterized by the presence of insoluble fibrillar protein deposits in tissues. Amyloidoses are classified according to biochemical type of amyloid protein involved.

A neurogenetic disorder characterized by severe intellectual deficit and distinct facial dysmorphic features.

A hookworm infection caused primarily by the species <i>Ancylostoma duodenale </i> or <i>Necator americanus</i>, usually acquired through penetration of the skin, (often asymptomatic but that can also manifest with an allergic reaction at the site of skin penetration), followed by the migration of larva through the bloodstream to the lungs (causing asymptomatic pneumonitis, eosinophilia) and finally reaching and colonizing the small intestines where they cause blood extravasation leading to diar

A frequent form of acrocephalosyndactyly, a group of inherited congenital malformation disorders, characterized by craniosynostosis, midface hypoplasia, and finger and toe anomalies and/or syndactyly.

A rare disorder that disrupts the synthesis of estradiol, resulting in hirsutism of mothers during gestation of an affected child; pseudohermaphroditism and virilization in women; and tall stature, osteoporosis and obesity in men.

A rare oligosaccharidosis characterized by facial dysmorphism, progressive intellectual disability and psychomotor deterioration due to accumulation of glycoasparagines in tissues and body fluids.

A rare autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxia due to a DNA repair defect characterized by progressive neurological impairment with cerebellar syndrome, oculocutaneous telangiectasia, defects in B and T cell-mediated immunity, and increased susceptibility to malignancies (mainly lymphoid neoplasms). High sensitivity to ionizing radiation limits patient treatments.

Progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting motor neurons, leading to muscle weakness, paralysis, and death within 2-5 years. Also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.

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10q22.3q23.3 microdeletion syndrome is a rare partial autosomal monosomy characterized by a mild facial dysmorphism variably including macrocephaly, broad forehead, hypertelorism or hypotelorism, deep-set eyes, upslanting or downslanting palpebral fissures, low-set ears, flat nasal bridge, smooth philtrum, thin upper lip), cleft palate, cerebellar and cardiac malformations, psychomotor development delay, and behavioral abnormalities (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism). Other rare

A rare, chromosomal anomaly characterized by variable clinical features that may include developmental delay, mild intellectual disability and dysmorphic facial features. In some cases, microcephaly, growth retardation and congenital heart defects have been reported.

A rare partial autosomal trisomy/tetrasomy characterized by obesity, global developmental delay and intellectual disability, facial dysmorphism (synophrys, high-arched eyebrows, large posteriorly rotated ears, upturned nose, long smooth philtrum, overbite and high palate), large hands and limb hypotonia. Additional features include seizures and behavioral abnormalities.

A rare chromosomal anomaly characterized by mild intellectual disability, developmental delay, short stature, hypotonia and dysmorphic facial features. Anxiety and short attention span have also been reported.

A rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome, resulting from the partial deletion of the short arm of chromosome 12, characterized by intellectual disability, global developmental delay with prominent language impairment, behavioral abnormalities and mild facial dysmorphism (incl. frontal bossing, downslanting palpebral fissures, epicanthal folds, broad, depressed nasal bridge with bulbous nasal tip, low-set ears with underdeveloped helices). Other associated features may include skeletal abnormalities (

12q14 microdeletion syndrome is characterised by mild intellectual deficit, failure to thrive, short stature and osteopoikilosis. It has been described in four unrelated patients. The syndrome appears to be caused by a heterozygous deletion at chromosome region 12q14, which was detected in three of the four patients. The deleted region contains the <i>LEMD3</i> gene: mutations in this gene have already been implicated in osteopoikilosis.

12q15q21.1 microdeletion syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome resulting from a partial deletion of the long arm of chromosome 12, with a highly variable phenotype, typically characterized by developmental delay, learning disability, intra-uterine and postnatal growth retardation, and mild facial dysmorphism that changes with age. Nasal speech and hypothyroidism are also associated.

13q12.3 microdeletion syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly characterized by moderate intellectual disability, speech delay, postnatal microcephaly, eczema or atopic dermatitis, characteristic facial features (malar flattening, prominent nose, underdeveloped alae nasi, smooth philtrum, and thin vermillion of the upper lip), and reduced sensitivity to pain.

14q11.2 microdeletion syndrome is a recently described syndrome characterized by developmental delay, hypotonia and facial dysmorphism.

14q11.2 microduplication syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly characterized by developmental delay, mild to severe intellectual disability with speech impairment and epilepsy. Additionally, it may include dysmorphic features (such as hypo- or hypertelorism, dysplastic ears, short palpebral fissures), microcephaly or macrocephaly, behavioral abnormalities, stereotyped hand movements, ataxia, hypotonia, cleft palate.

14q32 duplication syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome resulting from the partial duplication of the long arm of chromosome 14 that results in a predisposition to a number of adult-onset myeloproliferative neoplasms, including acute myeloid leukemia, chronic myelomonocytic leukemia, and especially essential thrombocythemia. Progression to myelofibrosis and secondary acute myeloid leukemia can be observed.

A rare partial autosomal trisomy/tetrasomy characterized by facial dysmorphism (long thin face, prominent forehead, down-slanting palpebral fissures, prominent nose with broad nasal bridge, prominent chin), pre- and postnatal overgrowth, renal anomalies (e.g. horseshoe kidney, renal agenesis, hydronephrosis), mild to severe learning difficulties and behavioral abnormalities. Additional features may include craniosynostosis and macrocephaly.

15q11.2 microdeletion syndrome is a rare partial autosomal monosomy with a variable phenotypic expression and reduced penetrance associated with an increased susceptibility to neuropsychiatric or neurodevelopmental disorders including delayed psychomotor development, speech delay, autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, epilepsy or seizures. It may also include mild non-specific dysmorphic features (such as dysplastic ears, broad forehea

The 15q11-q13 microduplication (dup15q11-q13) syndrome is characterized by neurobehavioral disorders, hypotonia, cognitive deficit, language delay and seizures. Prevalence is unknown.

A rare chromosomal anomaly characterized by a high risk for the occurrence of a wide range of neurodevelopmental anomalies including global developmental delay (DD), intellectual disability (ID), and behavioral issues of varying severity. 15q13.3 microdeletion does not lead to a clinically specific phenotype.

15q24 microdeletion syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly characterized cytogenetically by a 1.7-6.1 Mb deletion in chromosome 15q24 and clinically by pre- and post-natal growth retardation, intellectual disability, distinct facial features, and genital, skeletal, and digital anomalies.

16p11.2-p12.2 microdeletion syndrome is a recently described syndrome characterized by developmental delay and facial dysmorphism.

16p11.2p12.2 microduplication syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome resulting from the partial duplication of the short arm of chromosome 16 with a highly variable phenotype typically characterized by developmental/psychomotor delay (particularly of speech), intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder and/or obsessive and repetitive behavior, behavioral problems (such as aggression and outbursts), dysmorphic facial features (triangular face, deep set eyes, broad and prominent nas

16p12.1p12.3 triplication syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome resulting from the partial triplication of the short arm of chromosome 16 characterized by global developmental delay, pre- or post-natal growth delay and distinctive craniofacial features, including short palpebral fissures, epicanthal folds, bulbous nose, thin upper vermillion border, apparently low-set ears and large ear lobes. Variable clinical features that have been reported include congenital heart disease, genitour

16p13.11 microdeletion syndrome is a recently described syndrome characterized by developmental delay, microcephaly, epilepsy, short stature, facial dysmorphism and behavioral problems.

16p13.11 microduplication syndrome is a recently described syndrome associated with variable clinical features including behavioral abnormalities, developmental delay, congenital heart defects and skeletal anomalies.

16p13.3 microduplication syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome resulting from a partial duplication of the short arm of chromosome 16 and manifesting with a variable phenotype which is mostly characterized by: mild to moderate intellectual deficit and developmental delay (particularly speech), normal growth, short, proximally implanted thumbs and other hand and feet malformations (such as camptodactyly, syndactyly, club feet), mild arthrogryposis and characteristic facies (upslanting,

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A partial autosomal monosomy characterized clinically by lethal pulmonary disease that presents as severe respiratory distress and refractory pulmonary hypertension within a few hours after birth and typically results in death from respiratory failure within the first months of life. Characteristic histological features of lung tissue include paucity of alveolar wall capillaries, alveolar wall thickening, muscular hypertrophy of the pulmonary arteries, and malposition of the small pulmonary vein

16q24.3 microdeletion syndrome is a recently described syndrome associated with variable developmental delay, facial dysmorphism, seizures and autistic spectrum disorder.

17p11.2 microduplication syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome, resulting from the partial duplication of the short arm of chromosome 17, typically characterized by hypotonia, poor feeding, failure to thrive, developmental delay (particularly cognitive and language deficits), mild-moderate intellectual deficit, and neuropsychiatric disorders (behavioral problems, anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autistic spectrum disorder, bipolar disorder). Structural cardiovascular

17p13.3 microduplication syndrome is characterized by variable psychomotor delay and dysmorphic features.

17q11 microdeletion syndrome is a rare severe form of neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) characterized by mild facial dysmorphism, developmental delay, intellectual disability, increased risk of malignancies, and a large number of neurofibromas.

17q11.2 microduplication syndrome is characterized by dysmorphic features and intellectual deficit.

17q12 microdeletion syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome resulting from the partial deletion of the long arm of chromosome 17 characterized by renal cystic disease, maturity onset diabetes of the young type 5, and neurodevelopmental disorders, such as cognitive impairment, developmental delay (particularly of speech), autistic traits and autism spectrum disorder. Müllerian aplasia in females, macrocephaly, mild facial dysmorphism (high forehead, deep set eyes and chubby cheeks) and tr

17q12 microduplication syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly with variable phenotypic expression and reduced penetrance associated with developmental delay, mild to severe intellectual disability, speech delay, seizures, microcephaly, behavioral abnormalities, autism spectrum disorder, eye or vision defects (such as strabismus, astigmatism, amblyopia, cataract, coloboma, and microphthalmia), non-specific dysmorphic features, hypotonia, cardiac and renal anomalies, schizophrenia.

This disease is described under Koolen-De Vries syndrome

The newly described 17q21.31 microduplication syndrome is associated with a broad clinical spectrum, of which behavioral disorders and poor social interaction seem to be the most consistent.

17q23.1q23.2 microdeletion syndrome is a recently described syndrome characterized by developmental delay, microcephaly, short stature, heart defects and limb abnormalities.

A rare, genetic, multiple congenital anomalies/dysmorphic features-intellectual disability syndrome characterized by developmental and speech delay, intellectual disability, feeding difficulties, failure to thrive, growth retardation, and associated malformations such as abnormality of fingers and toes (i.e. clinodactyly of the 5th finger, 2-3 toe syndactyly), microcephaly, heart defects, and upper airways anomalies. Observed facial dysmorphism includes hypertelorism, small, narrow or downslanti

19p13.12 microdeletion syndrome is a newly described syndrome characterized by moderate to severe developmental delay, language delay, bilateral sensorineural and/or conductive hearing loss and facial dysmorphism.

A rare partial autosomal monosomy characterized by global developmental delay, moderate intellectual disability, macrocephaly, overgrowth, hypotonia, and facial dysmorphism (frontal bossing, down-slanting palpebral fissures). Other associated features variably include ataxia, seizures, ventriculomegaly, ocular abnormalities (strabismus, optic nerve hypoplasia) and gastrointestinal problems (abdominal pain, vomiting, constipation).

The 19q13.11 microdeletion is characterized by several major features including pre and postnatal growth retardation, slender habitus, severe postnatal feeding difficulties, microcephaly, intellectual deficit with speech disturbance, hypospadias and ectodermal dysplasia presented by scalp aplasia, thin and sparse hair, eyebrows and eyelashes, thin and dry skin and dysplasic nails.

1p21.3 microdeletion syndrome is an extremely rare chromosomal anomaly characterized by severe speech and language delay, intellectual deficiency, autism spectrum disorder.

A rare chromosomal anomaly characterized by distinctive facial dysmorphic features, hypotonia, developmental delay, intellectual disability, seizures, heart defects, poor/absent speech, and prenatal onset growth deficiency.

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1q21.1 microdeletion syndrome is a newly described recurrent deletion syndrome with variable clinical manifestations but without the clinical picture of thrombocytopenia - absent radius (TAR) syndrome.

1q21.1 microduplication syndrome is a rare partial autosomal trisomy/tetrasomy with incomplete penetrance and variable expression characterized by macrocephaly, developmental delay, intellectual disability, psychiatric disturbances (autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, schizophrenia, mood disorders) and mild facial dysmorphism (high forehead, hypertelorism). Other associated features include congenital heart defects, hypotonia, short stature, scoliosis.

1q41q42 microdeletion syndrome is a chromosomal anomaly characterized by a severe developmental delay and/or intellectual disability, typical facial dysmorphic features, brain anomalies, seizures, cleft palate, clubfeet, nail hypoplasia and congenital heart disease.

1q44 microdeletion syndrome is a newly described syndrome associated with facial dysmorphism, developmental delay, in particular of expressive speech, seizures and hypotonia.

A rare disorder of lysine and tryptophan metabolism characterized by 2-aminoadipic and 2-oxoadipic aciduria. Patients may also present with increased urinary excretion of alpha-hydroxyadipic acid. Variable clinical presentations have been found in patients including hypotonia, developmental delay, mild to severe intellectual disability, ataxia, epilepsy, and behavioral disorders (most commonly attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). However, many individuals with the biochemical phenotype are

A rare organic aciduria characterized by impaired isoleucine degradation with increased plasma or whole blood C5 acylcarnitine levels (typically observed in newborn screening) and increased urinary excretion of N-methylbutyrylglycine. The condition is usually clinically asymptomatic, although patients with muscular hypotonia, developmental delay, and seizures (among others) have been reported.

20p12.3 microdeletion syndrome is a recently described syndrome characterized by Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, variable developmental delay and facial dysmorphism.

20p13 microdeletion syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly characterized by developmental delay, mild to moderate intellectual disability, epilepsy, and unspecific dysmorphic signs. High palate, delayed permanent tooth eruption, hypoplastic fingernails, clinodactyly and short fingers have also been reported.

A rare, genetic, syndromic intellectual disability characterized by psychomotor delay, hypotonia, feeding difficulties, failure to thrive, anomalies of the hands and feet (clinodactyly, camptodactyly, brachydactyly, feet malposition), and craniofacial dysmorphism. Associated prenatal growth retardation, and gastrointestinal, heart and eye anomalies have been reported.

20q11.2 microduplication syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome, due to partial duplication of the long arm of chromosome 20, characterized by psychomotor and developmental delay, moderate intellectual disability, metopic ridging/trigonocephaly, short hands and/or feet and distinctive facial features (epicanthus, hypoplastic supraorbital ridges, horizontal/downslanting palpebral fissures, small nose with depressed nasal bridge and anteverted nostrils, prominent cheeks, retrognathia and

A rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome resulting from the partial deletion of the long arm of chromosome 20 with a highly variable phenotype typically characterized by hypotonia, intellectual disability, cognitive and language deficits (including decreased or absent speech), pre and post-natal growth retardation, feeding difficulties, microcephaly, and malformed hands and feet. Neurodevelopmental disorders (including hyperactivity, social interactive problems and autism spectrum disorder), seizures

Monosomy 21 is a chromosomal anomaly characterized by the loss of variable portions of a segment of the long arm of chromosome 21 that leads to an increased risk of birth defects, developmental delay and intellectual deficit.

A rare, genetic, chromosomal anomaly syndrome resulting from a partial deletion of the long arm of chromosome 21 characterized by pre- and post-natal growth delay, short stature, intellectual disability, developmental delay with severe language impairment, thrombocytopenia, and craniofacial dysmorphism which may include microcephaly, downslanted palpebral &#64257;ssures, low-set ears, broad nose, thin upper vermillion, and downturned corners of the mouth. Brain MRI abnormalities (such as agenesi

A rare chromosomal anomaly which causes a congenital malformation disorder that is typically characterized by cardiac defects, palatal anomalies, facial dysmorphism, developmental delay and immune deficiency.

A rare chromosomal anomaly characterized by an extremely variable clinical phenotype and may include heart defects, urogenital abnormalities, velopharyngeal insufficiency with or without cleft palate, and ranging from multiple defects to mild learning difficulties with some individuals being essentially normal.

A rare partial autosomal monosomy characterized by global development delay, intellectual disability, behavioral abnormalities (hyperactivity, attention deficit and autistic behaviors), brachycephaly and variable facial dysmorphism. Other associated features may include vertebral fusions, mild contractures of knees and elbows, and feeding difficulties during infancy.

2p15p16.1 microdeletion syndrome is a recently described syndrome characterized by developmental delay and facial dysmorphism.

The 2p21 microdeletion syndrome consists of cystinuria, neonatal seizures, hypotonia, severe growthand developmental delay, facial dysmorphism, and lactic acidemia.

2p21 microdeletion syndrome without cystinuria is a rare partial autosomal monosomy characterized by weak fetal movements, severe infantile hypotonia and feeding difficulties that spontaneously improve with time, urogenital abnormalities (hypospadias or hypoplastic labia majora), global development delay, mild intellectual disability and facial dysmorphism (dolichocephaly, frontal bossing, bilateral ptosis, midface retrusion, open mouth with tented upper lip vermilion). Affected individuals have

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The newly described 2q23.1 microdeletion syndrome includes severe intellectual deficit with pronounced speech delay, behavioral abnormalities including hyperactivity and inappropriate laughter, short stature and seizures.

2q23.1 microduplication syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome, resulting from the partial duplication of the long arm of chromosome 2, primarily characterized by global developmental delay, hypotonia, autistic-like features and behavioural problems. Craniofacial dysmorphism (arched eyebrows, hypertelorism, bilateral ptosis, prominent nose, wide mouth, micro/retrognathia) and an affable personality are also commonly associated. Minor digital anomalies (fifth finger clinodactyly and larg

2q31.1 microdeletion syndrome is a well-defined and clinically recognisable syndrome characterized by moderate to severe developmental delay, short stature, facial dysmorphism and variable limb defects.

A rare partial autosomal deletion syndrome characterized by a variable phenotype including moderate to severe intellectual disability, behavioral problems, short stature, microcephaly, dysplastic nails, sparse hair, cleft palate and dysmorphic craniofacial features. The deletion typically includes the gene <i>SATB2</i>, and patients present with the typical features of SATB2-associated syndrome, with the addition of a variable pattern of cardiovascular, genitourinary, and ectodermal congenital a

A rare chromosomal anomaly involving deletion of chromosome band 2q37 and characterized by a broad spectrum of clinical findings including mild-moderate developmental delay/intellectual disability, brachymetaphalangy of digits 3-5, short stature, obesity, hypotonia, specific facial dysmorphism, abnormal behavior, autism or autism spectrum disorder, joint hypermobility/dislocation, and scoliosis.

3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-CoA synthase deficiency (HMG-CoA synthase deficiency) is a rare autosomal recessively inherited disorder of ketone body metabolism, reported in less than 20 patients to date, characterized clinically by episodes of decompensation (often associated with gastroenteritis or fasting) that present with vomiting, lethargy, hepatomegaly, non ketotic hypoglycemia and, in rare cases, coma. Patients are mostly asymptomatic between acute episodes. HMG-CoA synthase deficiency requ

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A rare classic organic aciduria characterized by tissue accumulation and elevation of urinary excretion of 3-hydroxyisobutyric acid. The clinical phenotype ranges from recurrent mild episodes of vomiting with normal cognitive development, to massive acidosis, seizures, and failure to thrive with profound intellectual disability and early death. Dysmorphic craniofacial features (such as microcephaly, triangular face, short, sloping forehead, long, prominent philtrum, and micrognathia) and variabl

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3-methylglutaconic aciduria (3-MGA) type I is an inborn error of leucine metabolism with a variable clinical phenotype ranging from mildly delayed speech to psychomotor retardation, coma, failure to thrive, metabolic acidosis and dystonia.

3-methylglutaconic aciduria type III (MGA III) is an organic aciduria characterised by the association of optic atrophy and choreoathetosis with 3-methylglutaconic aciduria.

3-methylglutaconic aciduria (3-MGA) type IV, or unclassified 3-MGA, is a clinically heterogeneous disorder characterised by increased 3-methylglutaconic acid excretion in individuals that cannot be classified as having one of the other forms of 3-MGA (3-MGA I, II or III).

A rare organic aciduria characterized by neonatal onset of hypotonia, recurrent apneic episodes, lack of psychomotor development, feeding difficulties, extrapyramidal signs, and seizures. Other reported features include microcephaly, sensorineural deafness, bradycardia, and neutropenia. Laboratory studies show increased serum lactate and urinary excretion of 3-methylglutaconic acid. Brain imaging may reveal progressive cerebral atrophy. The disease is lethal in infancy.

A rare organic aciduria characterized by early onset of global developmental delay with severe intellectual disability, seizures, and 3-methylglutaconic aciduria. Additional features are hypotonia, hyperactivity and aggressive behavior, optic atrophy, or spasticity. Brain imaging may show generalized cerebral atrophy and white matter abnormalities.

A rare organic aciduria characterized by increased urinary excretion of 3-methylglutaconic acid, variably associated with neutropenia (sometimes causing recurrent severe infections and potentially resulting in leukemia) and progressive neurologic manifestations, such as global developmental delay, intellectual disability, hypotonia, movement disorder, and seizures. Microcephaly, cataract, facial dysmorphism, growth retardation, endocrine abnormalities, and cardiomyopathy have also been reported.

3-Phosphoglycerate dehydrogenase deficiency (3-PGDH deficiency) is an autosomal recessive form of serine deficiency syndrome characterized clinically in the few reported cases by congenital microcephaly, psychomotor retardation and intractable seizures in the infantile form and by absence seizures, moderate developmental delay and behavioral disorders in the juvenile form

3-Phosphoserine phosphatase deficiency is an extremely rare form of serine deficiency syndrome characterized clinically by congenital microcephaly and severe psychomotor retardation in the single reported case to date, which was associated with Williams syndrome.

A rare primordial growth disorder characterized by low birth weight, reduced birth length, severe postnatal growth restriction, large head size, a spectrum of minor anomalies (including facial dysmorphism) and normal intelligence.

A rare multiple congenital anomalies syndrome characterized by a spectrum of developmental anomalies including cleft lip and/or palate, craniosynostosis, intellectual disability and/or learning disability, radioulnar synostosis, genital and vesicorenal anomalies. Observed facial dysmorphism includes hypertelorism, blepharophimosis, blepharoptosis, high arched eyebrows. Less common features reported include anterior chamber defects, cardiac anomalies (e.g. ventricular septal defect), caudal appen

3p25.3 microdeletion syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly characterized by intellectual disability, epilepsy or EEG abnormalities, poor speech, ataxia, and stereotypic hand movements.

3q13 microdeletion syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome resulting from a partial deletion of the long arm of chromosome 3. Phenotype can be highly variable, but it is primarily characterized by significant developmental delay, postnatal growth above the mean, muscular hypotonia and distinctive facial features (such as broad and prominent forehead, hypertelorism, epicanthic folds, anti-mongloid slanted eyes, ptosis, short philtrum, protruding lips with a full lower lip, high arched pal

A rare chromosomal anomaly characterized by prenatal and postnatal growth retardation, developmental delay, intellectual impairment, dysmorphic signs and variable combination of congenital anomalies, including cardiovascular, genitourinary and skeletal anomalies and spectrum of caudal malformations.

A recurrent subtelomeric deletion syndrome with variable clinical manifestations including intellectual deficit and dysmorphic features.

3q29 microduplications are recently described chromosomal abnormalities with unclear clinical significance.

A rare disorder/difference of sex development (DSD) associated with a numerical sex chromosome abnormality resulting from Y-chromosome mosaicism and associated to abnormal gonadal development and features of Turner-Syndrome.

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A rare developmental defect during embryogenesis characterized by a normal female karyotype, normal ovaries, male or ambiguous genitalia, urinary tract malformations (ranging from bilateral renal agenesis to mild unilateral hydronephrosis), Müllerian duct anomalies (e.g. complete absence of the uterus and vagina, bicornuate uterus), and imperforate anus. Additional features may include tracheoesophageal fistula, radial aplasia, and malrotation of the gut.

A rare difference of sex development characterized by primary amenorrhea and ambiguous external genitalia (enlarged clitoris with marked fusion of the labioscrotal folds) in association with skeletal anomalies (such as hypoplasia of the mandibular condyles and the maxilla, and ulnar dislocation of the radial heads), in the presence of a 46,XX karyotype and regular ovaries, fallopian tubes, and uterus. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1972.

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A rare disorder/difference of sex development characterized by a primary ovarian defect, either a failure of the gonads to develop or resistance to gonadotrophin stimulation which leads to premature ovarian failure (POF) in otherwise phenotypically female 46,XX individuals.

A rare genetic disorder with difference of sex development characterized by primary amenorrhea, short stature, delayed bone age, decreased levels of estradiol, elevated levels of follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone, absent or underdeveloped uterus and ovaries, delayed development of pubic and axillary hair, and normal 46,XX karyotype.

A rare difference of sex development (DSD) characterized by histologically confirmed testicular and ovarian tissue in an individual with a 46,XX karyotype.

A rare difference of sex development (DSD) associated with a 46, XX karyotype and characterized by male external genitalia, ranging from normal to atypical with associated testosterone deficiency.

A rare disorder/difference of sex development (DSD) associated with absence in gonadal development that results in the presence of female appearing external and internal genitalia in presence of a 46,XY karyotype.

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A rare difference of sex development characterized by 17-beta hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase 3 deficiency that affects individuals with a 46,XY karyotype leading to underandrogenization of the genitalia.

A rare difference of sex development (DSD) due to a defect in metabolizing testosterone to dihydrotestosterone and characterized by incomplete intrauterine masculinization which ranges from a female genitalia with a blind vaginal pouch to a fully male phenotype with pseudovaginal posterior hypospadias and micropenis.

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A rare difference of sex development due to reduced 17,20-lyase activity that affects individuals with 46,XY karyotype and is characterized by female or atypical external genitalia with reduced phallic size, hypospadias, incomplete fusion of the labioscrotal swellings, cryptorchidism, and a blind vaginal pouch. Blood pressure and electrolytes are normal whilst hormonal investigations show normal basal and stimulated levels of cortisol, and low basal and stimulated androgen levels.

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A rare, genetic, developmental defect during embryogenesis disorder characterized by severe, early-onset, salt-wasting adrenal insufficiency and ambiguous/female external genitalia (irrespective of chromosomal sex) due to mutations in the <i>CYP11A1</i> gene. Milder cases may present delayed onset of adrenal gland dysfunction and genitalia phenotype may range from normal male to female in individuals with 46,XY karyotype. Imaging studies reveal hypoplastic/absent adrenal glands and biochemical f

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46,XY gonadal dysgenesis-motor and sensory neuropathy syndrome is a rare, genetic, developmental defect during embryogenesis disorder characterized by partial (unilateral testis, persistence of Müllerian duct structures) or complete (streak gonads only) gonadal dysgenesis, usually manifesting with primary amenorrhea in individuals with female phenotype but 46,XY karyotype, and sensorimotor dysmyelinating minifascicular polyneuropathy, which presents with numbness, weakness, exercise-induced musc

46,XY ovotesticular disorder of sex development is a rare, genetic disorder of sex development characterized by either the coexistence of both male and female reproductive gonads or, more frequently, by the presence of one or both gonads containing a mixture of both testicular and ovarian tissue (ovotestes) in an individual with a normal male 46, XY karyotype. External genitalia are usually ambiguous, but can range from normal male to normal female and if a uterus and/or fallopian tubes are pres

A rare disorder/difference of sex development (DSD) characterized by atypical gonadal development that results in genital ambiguity of variable degree ranging from almost female phenotype to almost male phenotype in a patient carrying a 46,XY karyotype.

The 48,XXXY syndrome represents a chromosomal anomaly of the aneuploidic type characterized by the presence of two extra X chromosomes in males.

A rare Y chromosome number anomaly that affects only males and is characterized by mild-moderate developmental delay (especially speech), normal to mild intellectual disability, large, irregular teeth with poor enamel, tall stature and acne. Radioulnar synostosis and clinodactyly have also been associated. Boys generally present normal genitalia, while hypogonadism and infertility is frequently reported in adult males.

The 49,XXXXY syndrome represents a chromosomal anomaly of the aneuploidic type characterized by the presence of three extra X chromosomes in males.

49,XXXYY syndrome is a rare gonosome anomaly syndrome characterized by a eunuchoid habitus with gynecoid fat distribution and shape, normal to tall stature, moderate to severe intellectual disability, distinctive facial features (e.g. prominent forehead, epicanthic folds, broad nasal bridge, prognathism), gynecomastia, hypogonadism, cryptorchidism, small penis and behavioral abnormalities (incl. solitary, passive disposition but prone to aggressive outbursts, autistic). Skeletal malformations, s

A rare Y chromosome number anomaly with a variable phenotype mainly characterized by moderate to severe intellectual disability, speech delay, hypotonia, and mild dysmorphic features, including facial asymmetry, hypertelorism, bilateral low set 'lop' ears, and micrognatia. Skeletal abnormalities (such as skull deformities, radioulnar synostosis, elbow flexion, clinodactyly, brachydactyly) and behavourial problems have also been associated with this condition. Genitalia are normal at birth, altho

A rare hypomyelinating leukodystrophy disorder characterized by the association of dental abnormalities (delayed dentition, abnormal order of dentition, hypodontia), hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, and hypomyelinating leukodystrophy manifesting with neurodevelopmental delay or regression and/or progressive cerebellar symptoms.

4p16.3 microduplication syndrome is a rare genetic syndrome that results from the partial duplication of the short arm of chromosome 4. It has a highly variable phenotype, principally characterized by psychomotor and language delay, seizures and dysmorphic features such as high forehead with frontal bossing, hypertelorism, prominent glabella, long narrow palpebral fissures, low set ears and short neck. Eye abnormalities (glaucoma, irregular iris pigmentation, hyperopia) have also been reported.

The 4q21 microdeletion syndrome is a newly described syndrome associated with facial dysmorphism, progressive growth restriction, severe intellectual deficit and absent or severely delayed speech.

A partial deletion of the long arm of chromosome 4 characterized by complex behavioral difficulties, developmental and delay/ intellectual disability, and minor dysmorphic features, including subtle facial asymmetry (most prominent in the mandible), mild hypotelorism, long nasal bridge, small low-set ears, narrow mouth, and mild hand deformities, such as bilateral short 5th metacarpals, and short hands.

A rare intoxication caused by the prolonged, low-dose administration of 5-fluorouracil, which is the mainstay of both adjuvant and advanced-disease chemotherapy regimens in colon cancer. 5-fluorouracil poisoning is characterized by gastrointestinal (nausea, emesis, diarrhea, anorexia, stomatitis) and hematologic (myelosuppression) toxicities as well as mucositis, alopecia and, occasionally, palmar-plantar dysesthesia (more commonly known as hand-foot syndrome). Women have been reported to experi

A very heterogeneous condition characterized by 5-oxoprolinuria.

A rare partial autosomal trisomy/tetrasomy characterized by global developmental delay, intellectual disability, autistic behavior, muscular hypotonia, macrocephaly and facial dysmorphism (frontal bossing, short palpebral fissures, low set, dysplastic ears, short or shallow philtrum, high arched or narrow palate, micrognathia). Other associated clinical features include sleep disturbances, seizures, aplasia/hypoplasia of the corpus callosum, skeletal abnormalities (large hands and feet, long fin

The newly described 5q14.3 microdeletion syndrome includes severe intellectual deficit with no speech, stereotypic movements and epilepsy.

This disease is described under Familial adenomatous polyposis

The newly described 5q35 microduplication syndrome is associated with microcephaly, short stature, developmental delay and delayed bone maturation.

A rare constitutional hemolytic anemia characterized by a low 6-phosphogluconate dehydrogenase activity in the erythrocytes, which clinically manifests with a well-compensated chronic nonspherocytic hemolytic anemia and transient hemolytic periods with jaundice.

6p22 microdeletion syndrome is a newly described syndrome associated with a variable clinical phenotype including developmental delay, facial dysmorphism, short neck and diverse malformations.

A rare partial deletion of the long arm of chromosome 6 characterized by a variable clinical phenotype that includes a characteristic craniofacial dysmorphism (including microcephaly, broad nose with prominent nasal root and bulbous nasal tip, large ears that may be malformed and low-set, characteristic downturned mouth, and short neck), global development delay, intellectual disability, and variable, non-specific, congenital malformations. Muscular hypotonia, seizures, retinal anomalies, and va

A rare Prader-Willi like syndrome due to an interstitial deletion located at 6q16.1q16.2 and characterized by obesity, hyperphagia, hypotonia, small hands and feet, eye/vision anomalies, and global developmental delay.

6q25 microdeletion syndrome is a recently described syndrome characterized by developmental delay, facial dysmorphism and hearing loss.

7p22.1 microduplication syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome, resulting from a partial interstitial microduplication of the short arm of chromosome 7, characterized by intellectual disability, psychomotor and speech delays, craniofacial dysmorphism (including macrocephaly, frontal bossing, hypertelorism, abnormally slanted palpebral fissures, anteverted nares, low-set ears, microretrognathia) and cryptorchidia. Cardiac (e.g., patent foramen ovale and atrial septal defect), as well as

7q11.23 microduplication syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome resulting from the partial duplication of the long arm of chromosome 7 characterized by a highly variable phenotype that typically manifests with mild to moderate intellectual disability (patients could be in the normal range), speech disorders (particularly of expressive language), and distinctive craniofacial features (brachycephaly, broad forehead, straight eyebows, broad nasal tip, short philtrum, thin upper lip and fac

7q31 microdeletion syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly characterized by speech and language disorder, predominantly presenting as an apraxia of speech, sometimes associated with oral motor dyspraxia, dysarthria, receptive and expressive language disorder, and hearing loss. Individuals with larger deletions in this region have also been reported to display intellectual disability and autism.

A rare chromosomal anomaly clinically characterized by mild to severe intellectual disability, severe developmental delay (psychomotor and speech development), hypotonia with tendency to later develop progressive hypertonia, and characteristic facial features. The main congenital anomalies associated include central nervous system (CNS) malformations such as hypoplasia/agenesis of the corpus callosum (80%), skeletal abnormalities such as scoliosis/kyphosis or dislocated hips (60%), and congenita

8p11.2 deletion syndrome is a contiguous gene syndrome characterized by the association of congenital spherocytosis, dysmorphic features, growth delay and hypogonadotropic hypogonadism.

8p23.1 duplication syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome, resulting from the partial duplication of the short arm of chromosome 8, with a highly variable phenotype, principally characterized by mild to moderate developmental delay, intellectual disability, mild facial dysmorphism (incl. prominent forehead, arched eyebrows, broad nasal bridge, upturned nares, cleft lip and/or palate) and congenital cardiac anomalies (e.g., atrioventricular septal defect). Other reported features include

8p23.1 deletion involves a partial deletion of the short arm of chromosome 8 characterized by low birth weight, postnatal growth deficiency, mild intellectual deficit, hyperactivity, craniofacial abnormalities, and congenital heart defects.

The newly described 8q12 microduplication syndrome is associated with unusual and characteristic multi-organ clinical features, which include hearing loss, congenital heart defects, intellectual disability, hypotonia in infancy, and Duane anomaly.

8q21.11 microdeletion syndrome encompasses heterozygous overlapping microdeletions on chromosome 8q21.11 resulting in intellectual disability, facial dysmorphism comprising a round face, ptosis, short philtrum, Cupid's bow and prominent low-set ears, nasal speech and mild finger and toe anomalies.

The 8q22.1 microdeletion syndrome or Nablus mask-like facial syndrome is a rare microdeletion syndrome associated with a distinct facial appearance.

A multiple congenital anomalies/dysmorphic - intellectual disability syndrome characterized by feeding problems, growth retardation, microcephaly, developmental delay, digital and vertebral anomalies, joint laxity/dislocation, cardiac and renal defects, and dysmorphic facial features (including plagiocephaly, prominent forehead, bitemporal narrowing, bilateral coloboma, epicanthal folds, malformations of the outer and middle ear, wide nasal bridge, anteverted nares, prominent and bulbous nose ti

9p13 microdeletion syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome, resulting from a partial interstitial deletion of the short arm of chromosome 9, characterized by mild to moderate developmental delay, hand tremors, myoclonic jerks, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder and a social personality. Patients also present bruxism, short stature and minor facial dysmorphic features (e.g., bilateral epicantic folds, broad, flat nasal bridge, anteverted nares, low-set ears micro/retro-gnathia).

A rare, genetic, intellectual disability malformation syndrome characterized by global developmental delay, intellectual disability, delayed speech and language development, epilepsy, autistic behavior, and moderate facial dysmorphism (including elongated face, narrow forehead, arched eyebrows, horizontal palpebral fissures, hypertelorism, epicanthus, midface flattening, short nose, long and featureless philtrum, thin upper lip, macrostomia, and prominent chin). Additional variable manifestation

A partial monosomy of the long arm of chromosome 9 characterized by intellectual disability, developmental delay with pronounced speech delay, short stature, and muscular hypotonia. Common craniofacial dysmorphic features consist of microcephaly, prominent forehead, round face, arched eyebrows, upslanting palpebral fissures, strabismus, short nose, and thin upper lip. Other clinical findings include epilepsy, ataxia, unspecific brain MRI findings, early-onset primary dystonia, nail dysplasia, an

A rare amyloidosis that complicates chronic inflammatory disorders and is characterized by the aggregation and deposition of amyloid fibrils composed of serum amyloid A protein, an acute phase reactant. The kidney is involved in virtually all patients and dominates the clinical picture. Other frequently involved sites are the liver, the spleen, suprarenal gland, gut and less frequently the heart.

A rare, hereditary amyloidosis with primary renal involvement characterized by renal interstitial and medullary deposition of amyloid, low plasma levels of ApoA-1 and slow disease progression. Main clinical signs and symptoms are hypertension, proteinuria, hematuria and edema due to chronic renal insufficiency leading to end stage renal disease. Hepatosplenomegaly, progressive cardiomyopathy and involvement of skin, testes and adrenals (hypergonadotropic hypogonadism) have also been reported.

A rare hereditary amyloidosis with primary renal involvement characterized by variable onset of renal insufficiency with edema, hypertension, proteinuria, and azotemia, eventually leading to end-stage renal disease. Amyloid cardiomyopathy and histopathological evidence of amyloid deposition in other organs, such as the spleen, liver, adrenal glands, and pancreas, among others, have also been described.

A rare nonhereditary systemic amyloidosis characterized by slowly progressive renal dysfunction, increased serum creatinine, mostly normal urine analysis with no significant proteinuria and associated heart disease. Cardiac involvement presents as hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy, left ventricular outflow tract obstruction, coronary artery disease and conduction system abnormalities. Histology reveals medullar amyloid deposits, renal tubular atrophy, interstitial fibrosis, and glomerular

A rare developmental disorder characterized by facial, limbs and genital features, and a disproportionate acromelic short stature.

A very rare genetic disorder characterised by the following congenital malformations: hydrocephalus (due to Dandy-Walker anomaly), cleft palate, and severe joint contractures.

A form of hereditary cerebral hemorrhage with amyloidosis characterized by an age of onset of 54-61 years and progressive Alzheimer's disease-like dementia. This subtype is due to a mutation in the APP gene (21q21.2), encoding the beta-amyloid precursor protein. This mutation causes an increased accumulation of amyloid-beta protein in the walls of the arteries and capillaries of the meninges, cerebellar cortex and cerebral cortex, leading to the weakening and eventual rupture of these vessels.

A form of hereditary cerebral hemorrhage with amyloidosis characterized by severe cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA), predominantly hemorrhagic strokes and dementia.

A form of hereditary cerebral hemorrhage with amyloidosis characterized by age of onset between 50-66 years of age, memory impairment, myoclonic jerks, expressive dysphagia, short-stepped gait, personality changes, and lobar intracerebral hemorrhages. This subtype is due to a mutation in the <i>APP</i> gene (21q21.2), encoding the beta-amyloid precursor protein. This mutation causes an increased accumulation of amyloid-beta protein in the walls of the arteries and capillaries of the meninges, ce

A form of hereditary cerebral hemorrhage with amyloidosis characterized by an age of onset of 50 years of age, dementia and lobar intracerebral hemorrhage. This subtype is due to a mutation in the <i>APP</i> gene (21q21.2), encoding the beta-amyloid precursor protein. This mutation causes an increased accumulation of amyloid-beta protein in the walls of the arteries and capillaries of the meninges, cerebellar cortex and cerebral cortex, leading to the weakening and eventual rupture of these vess

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A form of hereditary cerebral hemorrhage with amyloidosis characterized by an age of onset of 45 years of age, progressive Alzheimer's disease-like dementia, and lobar intracerebral hemorrhage in some patients. This subtype is due to a mutation in the <i>APP</i> gene (21q21.2), encoding the beta-amyloid precursor protein. This mutation causes an increased accumulation of amyloid-beta protein in the walls of the arteries and capillaries of the meninges, cerebellar cortex and cerebral cortex, lead

A form of hereditary cerebral hemorrhage with amyloidosis characterized by an age of onset between 50-70 years of age, recurrent lobar intracerebral hemorrhages and cognitive decline. This subtype is due to a mutation in the <i>APP</i> gene (21q21.2), encoding the beta-amyloid precursor protein. This mutation causes an increased accumulation of amyloid-beta protein in the walls of the arteries and capillaries of the meninges, cerebellar cortex and cerebral cortex, leading to the weakening and ev

An extremely rare multiple congenital malformation syndrome characterized by the association of ablepharon, macrostomia, abnormal external ears, syndactyly of the hands and feet, skin findings (such as dry and coarse skin or redundant folds of skin), absent or sparse hair, genital malformations and developmental delay (in 2/3 of cases). Other reported manifestations include malar hypoplasia, absent or hypoplastic nipples, umbilical abnormalities and growth retardation. It is a mainly sporadic di

A rare, congenital, non-syndromic heart malformation characterized by more or less than one coronary ostium at the left and at the right aortic sinus of Valsalva. It may be asymptomatic or it leads to myocardial ischemia and technical difficulties during coronary angiography.

A rare, congenital, heart malformation characterized by anomalous origin of one branch of the pulmonary arteries directly from the aorta and a normal origin of the other pulmonary artery from the main pulmonary artery coming from the right ventricular outflow tract. Patients present respiratory distress, congestive heart failure and failure to thrive within the first days/months of life.

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A rare, neurodegenerative disease characterized by progressive cognitive impairment, spastic tetraparesis, and cerebellar ataxia resulting from amyloid deposits in the brain. Spasticity with increased deep tendon reflexes and tone are early symptoms, muscular rigidity evolves later. Progressive mental deterioration usually starts with apathy and impaired memory with progression to complete disorientation.

An orofacial clefting syndrome that is characterized by a cleft palate, ocular coloboma, hypospadias, mixed conductive-sensorineural hearing loss, short stature, and radio-ulnar synostosis.

A very rare congenital limb malformation syndrome characterized by absence deformity of one leg, progressive scoliosis, short stature, and congenital cataract associated with dysplasia of the optic nerve. No intellectual deficit has been reported. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1968.

A rare syndrome characterized by neonatal blisters and milia (small white papules, especially on the face) and congenital absence of dermatoglyphics on the hands and feet. It has been reported in two kindreds (one of which contained 13 affected individuals spanning three generations) and in an unrelated individual. Some affected patients also showed bilateral partial flexion contractures of the fingers and toes, and webbing of the toes. The syndrome is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait.

A rare congenital anomaly of the great veins characterized by absence of the left brachiocephalic vein (or innominate vein), resulting in an anomalous venous vasculature. Patients are usually asymptomatic and the anomaly is typically discovered intraoperatively. An association with persistence of left superior vena cava, permanent levoatrial cardinal vein or anomaly of the inferior vena cava has been reported in some cases.

A rare vascular anomaly characterized by congenital absence of the right or left pulmonary artery, usually ending within 2 cm of its expected origin from the pulmonary trunk. Patients often also have other cardiovascular abnormalities and respective symptoms and are then typically diagnosed in infancy or childhood, while isolated cases generally present with a mild clinical course and may go undiagnosed until adulthood. Presenting clinical features in isolated cases include hemoptysis, exertiona

A rare, non-syndromic, uterovaginal malformation characterized by underdevelopment of the uterus, ranging from complete absence to the presence of bilateral rudimentary horns with or without a cavity. Patients usually present with primary amenorrhea, abdominal/pelvic pain and/or infertility.

A rare, genetic limb reduction defects syndrome characterized by bilateral radial aplasia/hypoplasia manifesting with absent/short forearms in association with anogenital abnormalities (e.g. hypospadias or imperforate anus). Additional features reported include hydrocephalus and absent preaxial digits. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1993.

An exceedingly rare, autosomal recessive immune disease characterized by thumb aplasia, short stature with skeletal abnormalities, and combined immunodeficiency described in three sibships from two possibly related families. The skeletal abnormalities included unfused olecranon and the immunodeficiency manifested with severe chickenpox and chronic candidiasis. No new cases have been reported since 1978.

Tibia absent - polydactyly - arachnoid cyst syndrome is a very rare constellation of multiple anomalies, including absence or hypoplasia of the tibia.

A rare congenital malformation characterized by the absence of calvarial bones, dura mater and associated muscles while skull base, facial bones and brain structures are normal. Central nervous system is usually unaffected, however some neuropathological abnormalities such as holoprosencephaly, hydrocephalus, micropolygyria and gyration anomalies can be present. Prenatal diagnosis by ultrasonography is usually confirmed by magnetic resonance imaging as it can be confused with anencephaly or ence

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This syndrome is characterised by the association of acanthosis nigricans, insulin resistance, severe muscle cramps and acral hypertrophy.

A rare inborn error of metabolism characterized by a deficiency in erythrocyte catalase, an enzyme responsible for the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide. The disorder is usually asymptomatic but may be associated with oral ulcerations and gangrene, or diabetes mellitus and atherosclerosis in certain populations.

A rare congenital non-syndromic heart malformation characterized by an accessory mitral valve leaflet or various accessory mitral valve structures. It may be asymptomatic or present at various ages with symptoms of left ventricular outflow tract obstruction, low cardiac output due to subaortic obstruction or congestive heart failure. In some cases, it may be a source of cardioembolism. The malformation may be isolated or associated with other congenital heart malformations.

A rare asymptomatic embryopathy characterized by the presence of pancreatic tissue in other sites of the body such as the splenic pedicle, gonadic pedicles, intestinal mesentery, duodenum wall, upper jejunum, or, more rarely, the gastric wall, ileum, gallbladder or spleen.

A rare, congenital, atrioventricular valve malformation characterized by fixed or mobile accessory tissue on the tricuspid valve, usually associated with other complex congenital heart anomalies (atrial septal defect, ventricular septal defect, transposition of great arteries, tetralogy Fallot). It may present clinically with systolic murmur, dyspnea, cyanosis, depending also on accompanying congenital heart anomaly.

A rare adult-onset disorder of neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation (NBIA) characterized by anemia, retinal degeneration, diabetes and various neurological symptoms.

A form of potassium-aggravated myotonia (PAM) which shows dramatic improvement with the use of acetazolamide (ACZ).

An extremely rare genetic syndrome characterized by the association of microcephaly, intellectual deficit and achalasia (with symptoms of coughing, dysphagia, vomiting, failure to thrive and aspiration appearing in infancy/early-childhood). Antenatal exposure to Mefloquine was reported in one simplex case.

A rare group of lethal skeletal dysplasias characterized by an endochondral ossification deficiency that leads to dwarfism with extreme micromelia, a small thorax, a prominent abdomen, anasarca and polyhydramnios. There are three types of achondrogenesis that exist and that differ clinically, radiologically, histologically and genetically: achondrogensis type 1a, type 1b and type 2.

A rare, lethal type of achondrogenesis characterized by dwarfism with extremely short limbs, narrow chest, short ribs that are easily fractured, soft skull bones and distinctive histological features of the cartilage.

A rare, lethal type of achondrogenesis characterized by severe micromelia with very short fingers and toes, a flat face, a short neck, thickened soft tissue around the neck, hypoplasia of the thorax, protuberant abdomen, a hydropic fetal appearance and distinctive histological features of the cartilage.

A rare, lethal type of achondrogenesis, and part of the spectrum of type 2 collagen-related bone disorders, characterized by severe micromelia, short neck with large head, small thorax, protuberant abdomen, underdeveloped lungs, distinctive facial features such as a prominent forehead, a small chin, a cleft palate (in some) and distinctive histological features of the cartilage.

A rare autosomal recessive retinal disorder characterized by color blindness, nystagmus, photophobia, and severely reduced visual acuity due to the absence or impairment of cone function.

A very rare, malignant, epithelial tumor of the pancreas characterized, macroscopically, by a usually large, well-circumscribed, fully or partially encapsulated, solid mass, often with hemorrhage, necrosis and cystic changes, in any portion of the pancreas and, histologically, by neoplastic cells with variable degrees of differentiation and morphology, ranging from acinar structures similar to normal pancreatic acini to large sheets of poorly differentiated neoplastic cells. Presenting symptoms

A rare teratogenic disorder due to acitretin or etretinate exposure during the first trimester of pregnancy, carrying a risk of fetal malformations of approximately 20%, including central nervous system, craniofacial, ear, thymic, cardiac and limb anomalies.

A common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, leading to whiteheads, blackheads, and inflamed lesions. It most commonly affects adolescents but can occur at any age.

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A rare, life threatening rare neurologic disease characterized by a sudden rupture of an intracranial aneurysm into the subarachnoid space. It usually presents with a sudden, severe, excruciating headache accompanied by nausea, vomiting and syncope. Other features may include focal neurological signs, third and sixth nerve palsies, seizures and cardiac failure. Early complications include rebleeding, hydrocephalus, and seizures.

A rare disease characterized by the occurrence of transitory and recurrent subcutaneous and/or submucosal edemas resulting in swelling and/or abdominal pain due to an acquired C1 inhibitor (C1-INH) deficiency.

A type of acquired angioedema (AAE) characterized by acute edema in subcutaneous tissues, viscera and/or the upper airway.

A type of acquired angioedema (AAE) characterized by acute edema in subcutaneous tissues, viscera and/or the upper airway.

A rare non-histaminic angioedema characterized by potentially life-threatening episodes of edema of subcutaneous and/or mucosal tissues without urticaria, caused by excessive consumption of C1 esterase inhibitor (C1-INH) in the context of lymphoproliferative or autoimmune diseases. Patients typically present in the fourth decade of life or later and without a family history of angioedema. Clinical manifestation includes nonpitting edema of the skin predominantly involving the face, but also the

A subtype of central diabetes insipidus (CDI) characterized by polyuria and polydipsia, due to an idiopathic or secondary decrease in vasopressin (AVP) production.

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A rare subtype of renal cell carcinoma, ocurring in the context of end-stage kidney disease and acquired cystic kidney disease, characterized by a usually well circumscribed, solid, multifocal, bilateral tumor with inter- or intracellular microlumen formation (leading to cribiform architecture). Tumors are often diagnosed incidentally in early stages, although complications caused by renal cysts (dull flank or abdominal pain, fever) or renal parenchymal bleeding may mask the underlying neoplasti

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A rare lipodystrophic syndrome characterized by loss of adipose tissue, and is a syndrome of insulin resistance that leads to increased cardiovascular risk. Acquired generalized lipodystrophy is related to a selective loss of subcutaneous adipose tissue occurring exclusively at the extremities (face, legs, arms, palms and sometimes soles).

A rare, secondary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis characterized by occurring as either initial presentation of a malignant disease or at any stage during chemotherapy. The common associated malignancies are lukemias, B-cell, T-cell or NK-cell lymphomas, and Hodgkin lymphoma. Typical clinical manifestation includes fever, hepatosplenomegaly and cytopenias, combined with specific laboratory findings.

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A rare cutaneous paraneoplastic disease characterized by the presence of excessive lanugo-type hair on the glabrous skin of face, neck, trunk and limbs that can be associated with additional clinical features such as burning glossitis, papillary hypertrophy of the tongue, diarrhea, dysgeusia, and/or weight loss. It is associated with lymphoma or cancer of the gastrointestinal system, urinary tract, lung, breast, uterus or ovary.

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A rare epidermal disease characterized by rough, dry skin with prominent, plate-like scaling. It is non-hereditary and usually arises during adulthood in the context of a variety of diseases or conditions, like various types of cancer, autoimmune diseases, endocrine disorders, nutritional deficiencies, but also as a side effect of certain medications. Severity depends on the underlying disease or condition.

A rare myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) characterized by ineffective hemopoiesis affecting one or more blood cell lineages (myeloid, erythroid or megakaryocytic) leading to peripheral blood cytopenias and an increased risk of developing leukaemia.

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A rare hair disorder characterized by the appearance of lustreless, curly, frizzy, and coarse hair generally during adolescence predominantly in the frontal, temporal, and vertex regions of the scalp. Eyelashes, as well as growth and pigmentation of the hair, may also be affected.

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A rare hematologic disease characterized by increased levels of methemoglobin in the blood due to exposure to oxidizing agents like nitrates or nitrites, a variety of medications (most commonly local anesthetics), or aniline dyes, among others. Clinical manifestations include cyanosis, dizziness, headache, dyspnea, confusion, and coma. The severity of symptoms ranges from mild to life-threatening, depending on the percentage of methemoglobin.

A rare monoclonal gammopathy characterized by renal proximal tubule dysfunction secondary to monoclonal kappa light chain deposits in proximal tubular cells. Clinical presentation is with variable chronic kidney disease, low molecular weight proteinuria, aminoaciduria, hyperphosphaturia, uricosuria, bicarbonaturia, and non-diabetic glycosuria. Renal phosphate and urate wasting may cause hypophosphatemia and hypouricaemia.

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A rare acquired lipodystrophy characterized by bilateral, symmetrical lipoatrophy of the upper body (face, neck, arms, thorax and sometimes upper abdomen) with sparing of the lower extremities and cephalothoracic progression. The disease may be associated with low serum levels of C3 and presence of C3-nephritic factor.

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This disease is described under Porencephaly

A rare hemorrhagic disorder characterized by decreased factor II plasma levels in association with severe liver disease, vitamin K deficiency, or vitamin K antagonist treatment, or in the context of other conditions such as systemic lupus erythematosus, primary antiphospholipid syndrome, or infections. Patients present with increased bleeding tendency leading to easy bruising, frequent nosebleeds, hemorrhaging after surgery or trauma, and heavy menstrual bleeding, among others. Joint bleeding is

A rare acquired dermis elastic tissue disorder characterized by clinical and histopathologic evidence of pseudoxanthoma elasticum in the absence of a family history or specific mutation. Patients present with predominantly cutaneous manifestations consisting of yellowish papules which coalesce into large plaques and are most commonly localized on the neck, axillae, groin, and flexural surfaces. Skin biopsy shows accumulation of clumped, calcified elastic fibers in the mid-dermis. Reported underl

A life-threatening, rapidly progressive thrombotic disorder affecting mainly neonates and children that is characterized by purpuric skin lesions and disseminated intravascular coagulation. It may progress rapidly to multi-organ failure caused by thrombotic occlusion of small and medium-sized blood vessels. There are two forms of the disorder that are classified according to triggering mechanisms: acute infectious (the most common form), and idiopathic purpura fulminans.

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A rare bleeding disorder characterized by defects in von Willebrand factor, similar to those seen in hereditary von Willebrand disease (VWD), but which are caused by an underlying pathology, generally in elderly patients without any personal or family history of bleeding anomalies.

A rare chronic form of localized lichen myxedematosus characterized by the development of multiple symmetrical skin-colored mucinous papules exclusively on the extensor surface of the hands and distal forearms.

A variant of self-healing collodion baby (SHCB) characterized by the presence at birth of a collodion membrane only at the extremities.

A rare multiple congenital anomalies syndrome characterized by limb deficiencies and renal anomalies that include split hand-split foot malformation, renal agenesis, polycystic kidneys, uterine anomalies and severe mandibular hypoplasia. An autosomal recessive mode of inheritance has been suggested.

A rare syndrome of multiple congenital anomalies characterized by radial ray malformations, renal abnormalities (mild malrotation, ectopia, horseshoe kidney, renal hypoplasia, vesico-ureteral reflux, bladder diverticula), and ophthalmological abnormalities (mainly colobomas, but also microphthalmia, ptosis, and Duane anomaly). The phenotype overlaps with other <i>SALL4</i>-related disorders including Okihiro syndrome and Holt-Oram syndrome.

A rare skeletal dysplasia, characterized clinically by short stature of variable degrees with short limbs, brachydactyly and narrow thorax.

A rare genetic disorder characterized by split-hand/split-foot malformation (SHFM), facial anomalies, cleft lip/palate, congenital heart defect (CHD), genital anomalies, and intellectual deficit.

An extremely rare lethal autosomal recessive disorder characterized by massive birth weight, swollen globular body, generalized edema, short limbs, postaxial polydactyly, thick skin, facial dysmorphism (slanted palpebral fissures, hypertelorism, epicanthic folds, dysplastic ears), excessive connective tissue, renal dysplasia, and in some patients, organomegaly, craniosynostosis with acrocephaly, omphalocele, cleft palate, and cryptorchidism. Fewer than 10 cases have been reported to date.

A very rare acrofacial dysostosis characterized by short stature, acrocephaly, ocular hypertelorism, ptosis of eyelids, ocular proptosis, downslanting palpebral fissures, high nasal bridge, anteverted nostrils, short philtrum, cleft palate, micrognathia, abnormal external ears, preauricular pits, mixed hearing loss, bulbous digits, metatarsus varus, pectus excavatum and various radiological abnormalities. Features of this syndrome were reported to overlap with otopalatodigital syndrome types 1 a

A rare, genetic, chronic, recurrent, slowly progressive, epidermal disease characterized by small, sterile, pustular eruptions, involving the nails and surrounding skin of the fingers and/or toes, which coalesce and burst, leaving erythematous, atrophic skin where new pustules develop. Onychodystrophy is frequently associated and anonychia and osteolysis are reported in severe cases. Local expansion (to involve the hands, forearms and/or feet) and involvement of mucosal surfaces (e.g. conjunctiv

An acromelic dysplasia that is characterized by severe brachydactyly, peripheral dysostosis with facial dysostosis, nasal hypoplasia, and developmental delay.

A rare, genetic dysostosis disorder characterized by brachydactyly and other finger/toe anomalies (short and/or wide metacarpals, abnormal or absent metatarsals, broad halluces), carpal synostosis, fused cervical vertebrae, scoliosis and spina bifida occulta. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1984.

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A rare congenital acrofacial dysostosis characterized by mild intrauterine growth retardation, postnatal short stature, microcephaly, intellectual disability, moderate mandibulofacial dysostosis (including dental anomalies and/or malpositioning, microretrognathia, and malar hypoplasia), and mild pre- and postaxial limb hypoplasia with generalized brachydactyly, mild interdigital webbing, single transverse palmar creases and clinodactyly. Reported facial features include high forehead, widow's pe

A rare acrofacial dysostosis due to the presence of manifestations not usually seen in Nager syndrome (NS) such as microcephaly, blepharophimosis, microtia, a peculiar beaked nose, cleft lip and palate, symmetrical involvement of the thumbs and great toes and developmental delay. It has since been suggested that these features can also be a part of the NS phenotype.

A rare acrofacial dysostosis characterized by normal intelligence, shortness of stature, and mild acrofacial dysostosis (malar hypoplasia, micrognathia and webbing of digits with shortening of the fourth metacarpals) associated with oligodontia, normal or high arched palate, aplasia cutis verticis with pili torti, mild cutaneous syndactyly of digits 2-5, and unilateral cleft lip. Features are similar to those seen in Zlotogora-Ogur syndrome, although the latter shows no sign of acrofacial dysost

A rare, severe, multiple congenital anomalies syndrome characterized by severe mandibular hypoplasia, upper limb phocomelia with oligodactyly, absent fibula, and a number of additional skeletal (hypoplastic scapula and ischii, 11 ribs, clubfeet), facial (hypertelorism, hypoplastic supraorbital ridges, wide nasal bridge, microtia with low-set ears) and variable internal organ abnormalities (including arhinencephaly, hypolobulated lungs, and congenital cardiac defects), which usually lead to perin

A rare ectodermal dysplasia syndrome with bone abnormalities characterized by onychodystrophy; anomalies of the lower jaw, oral vestibule and dentition; post-axialpolydactyly; moderately restricted growth with short limbs; and normal intelligence. Although it closely resembles Ellis-van Creveld syndrome, an allelic disorder and another type of ciliopathy, WAD is usually a milder disease without the presence of heart abnormalities and is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner.

A rare congenital malformation syndrome characterized by the association of facial and skeletal anomalies with severe intellectual deficit and occasional genitourinary anomalies.

A rare premature aging syndrome characterized by atrophy of the skin and subcutaneous tissue involving predominantly the distal parts of the extremities, resulting in prematurely aged appearance of the hand and feet. Another prominent feature is the characteristic facies with hollow cheeks, beaked nose, and owl-like eyes. Additional, non-dermatological manifestations, like bone anomalies have been described in some patients. Mode of inheritance has not been definitively established.

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A rare, genetic, acrokeratoderma disease characterized by multiple, symmetrical, asymptomatic, skin-colored (rarely, brownish), flat-topped, wart-like papules located on the dorsal aspects of the hands and feet (occasionally found on other parts of the body, such as knees, elbows and forearms), typically associated with palmoplantar punctate keratosis and variable nail involvement (including leukonychia, thickening, ridging, longitudinal striations and splitting). Histology reveals undulating hy

A rare acquired endocrine disease related to excessive production of growth hormone (GH) and characterized by progressive somatic disfigurement (mainly involving the face and extremities) and systemic manifestations.

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A rare frontonasal dysplasia characterized by distinct craniofacial (large fontanelle, hypertelorism, bifid nasal tip, nasal clefting, brachycephaly, median cleft face, carp-shaped mouth), brain (interhemispheric lipoma, agenesis of the corpus callosum), and limb (tibial hypoplasia/aplasia, club foot, symmetric preaxial polydactyly of the feet and bilateral clubbed and thickened nails of halluces) malformations as well as intellectual disability. Other manifestations sometimes reported include a

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A rare autosomal recessive acromesomelic dysplasia characterized by severe dwarfism at birth, abnormalities confined to limbs, severe shortening and deformity of long bones, fusion or absence of carpal and tarsal bones, ball shaped fingers and, occasionally, polydactyly and absent joints. As seen in acromesomelic dysplasia, Hunter-Thomson type and acromesomelic dysplasia, Maroteaux Type, facial features and intelligence are normal.

A rare autosomal recessive acromesomelic dysplasia characterized by severe dwarfism (adult height approximately 120 cm) with abnormalities limited to the limbs (affecting the lower limbs more than upper limbs, with middle and distal segments being the most affected), severe shortening, absence or fusion of tubular bones of hands and feet and large joint dislocations. As seen in acromesomelic dysplasia, Grebe type and acromesomelic dysplasia, Maroteaux type, facial features and intelligence are n

A rare bone dysplasia characterized by short stature, short hands and feet, mild facial dysmorphism, and characteristic X-ray abnormalities of the hands.

A rare, genetic, progeroid syndrome disorder characterized by a prematurely aged appearance (including lipoatrophy, thin, translucent skin, sparse, thin hair, and skeletal muscle atrophy), delayed tooth eruption, keloid-like lesions on pressure regions, and skeletal abnormalities including marked acroosteolysis, brachydactyly with small hands and feet, kyphoscoliosis, osteopenia, and progressive joint contractures in the fingers and toes. Craniofacial features include a thin calvarium, delayed c

A very rare disorder associating pseudopapilledema (optic disc swelling not secondary to increased intracranial pressure), mixed hearing loss, facial dysmorphism and limb extremity anomalies.

A rare syndrome characterized by a combination of distal limb abnormalities (syndactyly of all fingers and toes, preaxial polydactyly in the feet and/or hands) and upper sternum malformations.

A rare skeletal dysplasia characterized by fusion of the carpal and tarsal bones, with complex anomalies of the fingers and toes (preaxial polydactyly of the hands and/or feet, syndactyly of fingers and toes, hypoplasia and dysgenesis of metatarsal bones).

A spectrum of congenital malformative disorders characterized by the co-occurrence of distal limb anomalies (usually bilateral cleft feet and/or hands) and renal defects (e.g. unilateral or bilateral agenesis), that can be associated with a variety of other anomalies such as those of genitourinary tract (genital anomalies, ureteral hypoplasias, vesicoureteral reflux), abdominal well defects, intestinal atresias, and lung malformations. Familial cases have been reported in which an autosomal rece

A group of endogenous Cushing syndrome (CS) caused by abnormal production of ACTH due, in 80% of cases, to adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) oversecretion by a pituitary adenoma (Cushing disease, CD) and in 20% of cases to ectopic ACTH secretion (CS due to EAS) by an extrapituitary tumor or very rarely due to a tumor secreting both ACTH and corticotrophin-releasing hormone (CRH).

A rare cutaneous lichen planus characterized by the development of photo-distributed lichenoid lesions.

A rare, chronic, photodermatosis disease characterized by intensely pruritic, polymorphic, erythematous, excoriated and/or lichenified papules, macules, plaques and nodules, occurring on sun-exposed areas of the skin (particularly face, nose, lips, and ears), frequently associating cheilitis (especially of the lower lip) and conjuctivitis, which are present year-round or only in the spring/summer (depending on geographic location), observed mainly in Native Americans and Mestizos. Cheilitis may

A rare epilepsy syndrome characterized by progressive myoclonus epilepsy in association with primary glomerular disease. Patients present with neurologic symptoms (including tremor, action myoclonus, tonic-clonic seizures, later ataxia and dysarthria) that may precede, occur simultaneously or be followed by renal manifestations including proteinuria that progresses to nephrotic syndrome and end-stage renal disease. In some patients, sensorimotor peripheral neuropathy, sensorineural hearing loss

A rare, genetic, primary immunodeficiency disease characterized by increased susceptibility to recurrent and/or severe bacterial and viral infections (in particular, sinopulmonary bacterial and herpesvirus infections), chronic benign lymphoproliferation (manifesting as lymphadenopathy, hepatosplenomegaly and focal nodular lymphoid hyperplasia), and/or autoimmune disease (including immune cytopenias, juvenile arthritis, glomerulonephritis and sclerosing cholangitis). Immunophenotypically, variabl

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A rare disorder due to poisoning caused by the ingestion of unripe Blighia sapida fruits, clinically characterized by toxic hypoglycaemia and inhibition of neoglucogenesis.

A primary adrenal insufficiency caused by a sudden defective production of adrenal steroids (cortisol and aldosterone). It represents an emergency, thus the rapid recognition and prompt therapy are critical for survival even before the diagnosis is made.

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A rare, acquired retinal disorder characterized by unilateral, acute onset, rapidly progressive visual field loss. Sometimes patients have photopsia and complain of floaters. Typical ophthalmoscopic finding is a unilateral, yellowish-white annular intraretinal line, splitting the retinal field to affected outer retina with thinning, and normal retina. Gradual spontaneous visual recovery has been observed.

A rare acute myeloid leukemia characterized by primary differentiation to basophils. Microscopically, peripheral blood and bone marrow blasts contain coarse cytoplasmic basophilic granules which are positive with metachromatic staining (toluidine blue). Electron microscopy confirms that granules show features characteristic of basophil precursors. Mature basophils are usually sparse. Patients may present with manifestations related to bone marrow failure, as well as hepatosplenomegaly, cutaneous

A rare neurologic disease characterized by lethargy, hypotonia, poor feeding, opisthotonus, and a typical high-pitched cry due to bilirubin accumulation in the globus pallidus, sub-thalamic nuclei, and other brain regions, resulting from severe neonatal unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia. Onset of symptoms is typically within the first three to five days of life. Additional features include fever, apnea, seizures, and coma. Especially respiratory failure or refractory seizures may lead to a fatal o

A demyelinating disorder of the central nervous system.

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A rare childhood-onset epilepsy syndrome associated with infection and characterized by a biphasic clinical course. The initial symptom is a prolonged febrile seizure on day 1 (the first phase). Afterwards, patients have variable levels of consciousness from normal to coma. Irrespective of the consciousness levels, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) during the first 2 days shows no abnormality. During the second phase (usually days 4 - 6), patients show a cluster of seizures and deterioration of c

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A rare unclassified acute myeloid leukemia characterized by a proliferation of immature cells exclusively of the erythroid lineage without a significant myeloblastic component. Microscopically, the cells may be undifferentiated or proerythroblastic in appearance. Patients may present with pancytopenia with fatigue, infections, and mucocutaneous bleedings, as well as weight loss, fever, and night sweats. Prognosis is poor.

A rare, severe complication occurring in the third trimester of pregnancy or in early postpartum period bearing a risk for perinatal and maternal mortality and characterized by jaundice, rise of hepatic injuries and evolving to acute liver failure and encephalopathy.

A rare hypersensitivity reaction characterized by the rapid development of numerous, nonfollicular, sterile, pinhead-sized pustules on an erythematous base, predominantly occurring on the trunk, intertriginous and flexural areas, with rare, mostly oral, mucosal involvement. Fever, peripheral blood leukocytosis, and mild eosinophilia are accompanying features. Systemic involvement, with hepatic, renal or pulmonary dysfunction, occasionally occurs. Onset usually occurs 1-12 days after administrati

This disease is described under Graft versus host disease

A subgroup of porphyria characterized by the occurrence of neurovisceral attacks with or without cutaneous signs. They encompass four diseases: acute intermittent porphyria (PAI; the most common), variegate porphyria (VP), hereditary coproporphyria (HC), and hereditary delta-aminolevulinic acid dehydratase deficiency (ADP; extremely rare).

A rare mitochondrial respiratory chain deficiency due to TRMU deficiency leading to mitochondrial tRNA synthesis defect and characterized clinically by transient, but life-threatening acute liver failure episodes.

A rare autosomal recessive axonal hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy characterized by infantile onset of recurrent episodes of acute liver failure (resulting in chronic liver fibrosis and hepatosplenomegaly), delayed motor development, cerebellar dysfunction presenting as gait disturbances and intention tremor, neurogenic stuttering, and motor and sensory neuropathy with muscle weakness especially in the lower legs, and numbness. Mild intellectual disability was reported in some patients. M

A rare, genetic, parenchymal hepatic disease characterized by acute liver failure, that occurs in the first year of life, which manifests with failure to thrive, hypotonia, moderate global developmental delay, seizures, abnormal liver function tests, microcytic anemia and elevated serum lactate. Other associated features include hepatosteatosis and fibrosis, abnormal brain morphology, and renal tubulopathy. Minor illnesses can exacerbate deterioration of liver failure.

A rare inflammatory neuropathy belonging to the clinical spectrum of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS).

A form of acute hepatic porphyria characterized by the occurrence of neurovisceral attacks without cutaneous symptoms.

A rare, rapidly progressive, and histologically distinct, form of idiopathic interstitial pneumonia.

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A rare hepatic disease characterized by acute onset of severe liver dysfunction without evidence of underlying chronic liver disease. Patients present with nonspecific symptoms like jaundice, upper right abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, pruritus, fatigue, and fever. The condition may rapidly progress to hepatic encephalopathy, coagulopathy, and life-threatening multiorgan failure. Liver biopsy typically shows massive hepatic necrosis.

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A rare disease characterized by malignant proliferation of lymphoid cells blocked at an early stage of differentiation and accounts for 75% of all cases of childhood leukaemia.

A rare, acquired retinal disorder characterised by transient or permanent visual impairment accompanied by the presence of reddish-brown, wedge-shaped lesions in the macula, the apices of which tend to point towards the fovea. The lesions usually appear in a petaloid or tear-drop configuration. Patients tend to be young, Caucasian, and female.

A rare systemic mastocytosis characterized by the presence of at least 20% usually immature and atypical mast cells in bone marrow aspirate smears. In classic mast cell leukemia, mast cells account for at least 10% of peripheral white blood cells, although the aleukemic variant with less than 10% mast cells is more common. C-findings (cytopenias, hepatomegaly, ascites, portal hypertension, splenomegaly, skeletal lesions, malabsorption), indicative of organ damage due to mast cell infiltration, a

A rare acute myeloid leukemia that occurs predominantly in childhood and particularly in children with Down syndrome (DS-AMKL). Nonspecific symptoms may be irritability, weakness, and dizziness while specific symptoms include pallor, fever, mucocutaneous bleeding, hepatosplenomegaly, neurological manifestations and rarely lymphadenopathy. Acute panmyelosis with myelofibrosis may also be associated with AMKL. In contrast to DS-AMKL (around 80 % survival), non-DS-AMKL is an AML subgroup associated

This disease is described under Acute megakaryoblastic leukemia

This disease is described under Acute megakaryoblastic leukemia

A form of acute myeloid leukemia that is either comprised of more than 80% of monoblasts or 30-80% monoblasts with (pro)monocytic differentiation. It presents with asthenia, pallor, fever, and dizziness. Specific features include hyperleukocytosis, propensity for extramedullary infiltrates, coagulation abnormalities including disseminated intravascular coagulation and neurological disorders. Leukemia cutis and gingival infiltration can also be seen. A characteristic translocation observed is t(9

A rare motor-sensory, axonal form of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS).

A rare pure motor axonal form of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS).

A rare, acute myeloid leukemia characterized by evidence of granulocytic maturation and more than 20% of blast cells in the bone marrow and/or peripheral blood. The maturing non-blast granulocytic cells account for greater than or equal to 10% and monocytic cells less than or equal to 20% of the bone marrow cells. Various degrees of anemia, thrombocytopenia, or pancytopenia are present. Frequent clinical manifestations include fatigue, fever, bleeding disorders, and organomegaly, especially hepa

A rare, acute myeloid leukemia characterized by no significant myeloid maturation and more than 90% blast cells in the non-erythroid population. Various degrees of anemia, thrombocytopenia, or pancytopenia are present. Frequent clinical manifestations include fatigue, fever, bleeding disorders, and organomegaly, especially hepatosplenomegaly.

A rare acute myeloid leukemia (AML) characterized by the presence of acute leukemia with at least 20% peripheral blood or bone marrow blasts with morphological features of myelodysplasia, or occurrence in patients with a prior history of a myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) or myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative neoplasm, with MDS-related cytogenetic abnormalities, in the absence of specific genetic abnormalities characteristic of AML with recurrent genetic abnormalities. Prior cytotoxic or radiation

A group of neoplasms arising from precursor cells committed to the myeloid cell-line differentiation. All of them are characterized by clonal expansion of myeloid blasts. They manifest by fever, pallor, anemia, hemorrhages and recurrent infections.

A subgroup of therapy-related myeloid neoplasms (t-MN), associated with a treatment of an unrelated neoplastic or autoimmune disease with cytotoxic agents, like cyclophosphamid, platins, melphalan and others. The neoplastic cells typically harbor unbalanced aberrations of chromosomes 5 and 7 (monosomy 5/del(5q) and monosomy 7/del(7q)) or a complex karyotype. It usually presents with multilineage dysplasia and cytopenias 5-10 years after exposure, with symptoms related to the degree of bone marro

A subgroup of therapy-related myeloid neoplasms (t-MN), associated with treatment of an unrelated neoplastic disease with radiation. The neoplastic cells typically harbor unbalanced aberrations of chromosomes 5 and 7 (monosomy 5/del(5q) and monosomy 7/del(7q)) or a complex karyotype. Patients frequently present with multilineage dysplasia and cytopenias 5-10 years after exposure.

A subgroup of therapy-related myeloid neoplasms (t-MN), associated with treatment of an unrelated neoplastic disease with cytotoxic agents, like etoposid, doxorubicin, daunorubicin and others. The neoplastic cells often show rearrangements involving the mixed lineage leukemia gene at 11q23. This subgroup of t-MN is typically associated with overt leukemia, without preceding myelodysplastic syndrome, developing 2-3 years after exposure, presenting with non-specific symptoms related to ineffective

A rare tumor arising from hematopoietic and lymphoid tissues characterized by abnormal proliferation and differentiation of a clonal population of myeloid stem cells carrying unspecific 11q23 abnormalities. Clinical manifestations result from accumulation of malignant myeloid cells within the bone marrow, peripheral blood and other organs, and include leukocytosis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, fatigue, anorexia and weight loss.

A rare acute myeloid leukemia (AML) with recurrent genetic anomaly disorder characterized by an inv(16)(p13q22) or t(16;16)(p13;q22) cytogenic abnormality, which generates a CBFB-MYH11 fusion gene, presenting with typical morphologic features of AML as well as abnormal bone marrow eosinophils (seen in all stages of maturation with no significant signs of maturation arrest). Myeloid sarcoma and involvement of the central nervous system is relatively common. Cytology reveals myeloblasts, a signifi

A rare subtype of acute myeloid leukemia characterized by clonal proliferation of poorly differentiated myeloid blasts in the bone marrow, blood or other tissues. It usually presents with anemia, thrombocytopenia and other nonspecific symptoms related to ineffective hematopoesis (fatigue, bleeding and bruising, recurrent infections, bone pain) and/or extramedullary site involvement (gingivitis, splenomegaly). Low remission rates are reported.

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A distinct form of Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in which this chromosomal anomaly is found <i>de novo</i> or in therapy-related AML cases, and is characterized by frequent extramedullary involvement (mainly hepatomegaly, splenomegaly, lymphadenopathies, cutaneous infiltration, but also gum, bone, central nervous system, testicles involvement), severe coagulation disorder (disseminated intravascular coagulopathy or primary fibrinolysis) and poor prognosis. Morphologically, a blast population with

A rare acute myeloid leukemia with recurrent genetic anomaly disorder characterized by a t(8;21)(q22;q22) balanced translocation cytogenetic abnormality, forming a RUNX1-RUNX1T1 fusion gene, presenting with morphological characteristics which include myeloblasts with indented nuclei, basophilic cytoplasm with a prominent paranuclear hof that may contain a few azurophilic granules, prominent and possibly large promyelocytes, myelocytes and metamyelocytes, easily identifiable Auer rods and, more v

A rare acute myeloid leukemia (AML) with recurrent genetic anomaly characterized by the presence of bone marrow and peripheral blood myeloblasts with features ranging from those of minimal differentiation to granulocytic maturation, demonstrating t(9;22)(q34.1;q11.2) or molecular genetic evidence of BCR-ABL1 fusion. Evidence of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is absent. Patients most commonly present with leukocytosis with blast predominance and variable anemia and thrombocytopenia. Splenomegaly

A rare acute myeloid leukemia disorder characterized by increased blast cells (myeloblasts, monoblast, and/or promonoblasts), representing more than 20% of the total bone marrow (BM) or peripheral blood differential counts, with 20-80% of BM cells being of monocytic lineage. Clinical presentation is the result of bone marrow involvement and extramedullary infiltration by the leukemic cells and includes asthenia, pallor, fever, dizziness, respiratory symptoms, easy bruising, bleeding disorders, a

A severe form of citrullinemia type 1 characterized biologically by hyperammonemia and clinically by progressive lethargy, poor feeding and vomiting, seizures and possible loss of consciousness, within one to a few days of birth, with variable signs of increased intracranial pressure. The condition can lead to significant neurologic deficits.

A rare intoxication with opioids, a large group of alkaloid analgesics, mainly characterized by miosis (pinpoint pupil), respiratory depression (bradypnea/apnea) and central nervous system depression (sedation or coma). Other manifestations include hypotension, reduced bowel motility, hypothermia and hypoglycemia. Naloxone, a competitive inhibitor of the mu-opioid receptor, is a potent antagonist and is used as the antidote for opioid intoxication.

A rare variant of Guillain-Barré syndrome characterized by acute post-ganglionic sympathetic and parasympathetic failure presenting several weeks after acute infection with gastrointestinal symptoms (abdominal pain, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, gastroparesis, ileus), orthostatic hypotension, erectile dysfunction, urinary frequency, urgency or retention, vasomotor instability with acrocyanosis and reduced salivation, lacrimation and sweating.

A rare unclassified acute myeloid leukemia characterized by an acute panmyeloid proliferation with blasts constituting more than 20% of cells in the bone marrow or peripheral blood, accompanied by fibrosis of the bone marrow. Patients typically present with acute onset of severe constitutional symptoms, bone pain, and pancytopenia. Splenomegaly is minimal or absent. The disease is rapidly progressive with poor therapy response.

A rare vascular condition characterized by the sudden blockage of an artery supplying blood to the limbs by a blood clot, causing acute limb ischemia. The clinical presentation is variable and depends on the time course of vessel occlusion, the presence of an underlying vascular disease, and the recruitment of collateral circulation. Symptoms can develop over a period of hours to days and typically include limb pain, pallor, absent pulse, poikilothermia, paresthesia, and limb paralysis. The cond

A rare clinical situation characterized by acute, potentially life-threatening toxic effects of drugs acting on voltage-gated sodium or calcium channels, such as tricyclic antidepressants, anticonvulsants, local anesthetics and antiarrhythmics, some beta-blockers, and chloroquine. Clinical manifestations include abnormal ECG findings (intraventricular conduction block with widening of the QRS complex, T wave flattening, prolongation of the QT interval) and variable signs and symptoms depending o

An aggressive form of acute myeloid leukemia (AML), characterized by arrest of leukocyte differentiation at the promyelocyte stage, due to a specific chromosomal translocation t(15;17) in myeloid cells, and manifests with easy bruising, hemorrhagic diathesis and fatigue.

A rare, acquired, demyelinating neuropathy disease characterized by acute, symmetric, monophasic sensory neuropathy without motor involvement, typically manifesting with numbness in the distal lower limbs which progressively extends to all the limb, tingling sensation in the distal lower limbs, generalized areflexia, and unsteady gait, as well as clumsiness of the upper limbs, pseudoathetosis and loss of vibration sense.

A rare variant of Guillain-Barré syndrome characterized by acute onset monophasic sensory neuropathy with diminished or absent tendon reflexes, loss of proprioception, positive Romberg sign and nerve conduction features of demyelination. It presents several weeks after acute infection with paresthesias, ataxia and neuropathic pain.

A rare inflammatory demyelinating disorder of the spinal cord that can be either idiopathic (IATM) or secondary to a known cause (SATM).

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A rare, potentially lethal intoxication characterized by life-threatening arrhythmias (sinus tachycardias, premature ventricular contractions, ventricular arrhythmias), anticholinergic toxidrome (mydriasis, dry mucous membrane, tachycardia, hypertension), central nervous system toxicity (lethargy, coma, myoclonic jerks), refractory hypotension and sudden death.

A rare acute leukemia of ambiguous lineage characterized by clonal proliferation of primitive hematopoietic cells, primarily in the bone marrow and blood, lacking lineage-specific markers and detectable genotypic alterations. The patients present with leukocytosis, anemia, variable platelet count and a variety of nonspecific symptoms related to ineffective hematopoesis (fatigue, bleeding and bruising, recurrent infections, bone pain) and/or extramedullary site involvement (lymphadenopathy, splen

A rare acquired retinal disorder characterised by sequential focal degeneration of photoreceptors, retinal pigment epithelium and choroid, with the majority of patients experiencing sudden onset photopsia and acute scotomas. Although patients typically retain decent visual acuity, blind spot enlargement and retinal pigment epithelial disturbances tend to develop over time. Individuals also often complain of distortion of central vision, photophobia and difficulty with night vision, with more adv

A rare disorder characterized by neurological dysfunction, hepatic failure and cardiomyopathy due to a deficiency of complex I of the respiratory chain.

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A form of hereditary cerebral hemorrhage with amyloidosis characterized by an age of onset of 20-30 years, major systemic amyloidosis and recurrent lobar intracerebral hemorrhages. Unlike other forms of hereditary cerebral hemorrhage with amyloidosis, this subtype is due to a mutation in the <i>CST3</i> gene (20p11.2), encoding the precursor protein cystatin C.

A rare, primary low-grade malignant bone tumor that occurs in more than 80% of cases on the anterior surface of the tibia (tibial dyaphysis). Most cases are symptomatic or present with pain, swelling, bowing deformity or pathological fracture. Metastases especially in the lungs may be observed.

A rare multiple congenital anomalies/dysmorphic syndrome characterized by the combination of congenital distal limb reduction and scalp defects, often accompanied by skull ossification defects.

A rare, neurodegenerative disease characterized by progressive cataracts, hearing loss, cerebellar ataxia, paranoid psychosis and dementia. Neuropathological features are diffuse atrophy of all parts of the brain, chronic diffuse encephalopathy and the presence of extremely thin and almost completely demyelinated cranial nerves.

A chronic and rare endocrine disorder due to autoimmune destruction of the adrenal cortex and resulting in a glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid deficiency. Properly speaking, it designates autoimmune adrenalitis, but it is a term commonly used to describe any form of chronic primary adrenal insufficiency (CPAI).

A type of arthrogryposis characterized by congenital cleft palate, microcephaly, craniostenosis and arthrogryposis (limitation of extension of elbows, flexed adducted thumbs, camptodactyly and clubfeet). Additional features include facial dysmorphism ('myopathic' stiff face, antimongoloid slanting, external ophthalmoplegia, telecanthus, low-set large malrotated ears, open mouth, microgenia and high arched palate). Velopharyngeal insufficiency with difficulties in swallowing, increased secretion

A rare genetic nephropathy secondary to a disorder of purine metabolism characterized by the formation and hyperexcretion of 2,8-dihydroxyadenine (2,8-DHA) in urine, causing urolithiasis and crystalline nephropathy.

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A very rare tumor of the intestine, originating from the epithelium of the anal canal (including the mucosal surface, anal glands, and lining of fistulous tracts), macroscopically appearing as a nodular, often ulcerated, invasive mass located in the anal canal. Patients often present with rectal bleeding, as well as difficulty and pain during defecation. Inguinal lymphadenopathy, if present, usually indicates metastatic spread.

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A rare epithelial carcinoma, arising either in the gallbladder itself or from the epithelium lining the extrahepatic biliary tree, cystic duct and/or peribiliary gland, characterized by nonspecific symptoms, such as abdominal pain, jaundice and vomiting and sometimes mimicking benign biliary diseases. Chronic biliary epithelial inflammation (e.g. primary sclerosing cholangitis, cholelithiasis, choledocholithiasis, liver fluke infestation) is a major risk factor.

A rare hepatic and biliary tract tumor characterized by a growth pattern ressembling that found in hepatocellular carcinomas and cholangiocarcinomas but presenting atypical histological and immunohistochemical features (such as trabecular, organoid, microcystic and/or blastemal-like architecture and inhibin A, cytokeratin 7 and/or cytokeratin 19 positivity) that do not allow a formal diagnosis of the more common aforementioned liver cancers. Patients may present abdominal distension and pain, a

Esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC) is a sub-type of esophageal carcinoma (EC) affecting the glandular cells of the lower esophagus at the junction with the stomach.

An extremely rare penile epithelial neoplasm, histologically composed of nests of epithelilal cells floating in lakes of extracellular, PAS-positive mucin, clinically characterized by a nonhealing ulcer or soft mass in the preputium or glans area, with itching and burning often preceding appearance of the lesion. Lymphadenopathy may indicate dissemination. Mucinous metaplasia of the penis may be a risk factor.

Small bowel adenocarcinoma (SBA) is a rare small intestinal malignancy, most commonly located in the duodenum (55% of cases) but also rarely in the jejunum and ileum, which is usually discovered at an advanced stage in the 6th to 7th decade of life due to non-specific symptoms at presentation such as nausea, abdominal pain and weight loss. In some cases it is asymptomatic, and therefore usually has a poor prognosis.

A rare, acquired pituitary hormone deficiency, a type of primary hypophysitis characterized by an inflammation of anterior pituitary. Clinical presentation is variable and includes headaches, visual disturbances, symptoms of adrenal insufficiency, hyperprolactinemia, hypothyroidism and hypogonadism. It most commonly affects young women during pregnancy or postpartum period.

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A rare, slow-growing uterine cancer characterized, histologically, by small, well differentiated nests of basaloid cells resembling basal cell carcinoma of the skin, commonly associated with squamous cell carcinoma or squamous intraepithelial lesions. Patients are usually asymptomatic or present with dysfunctional vaginal bleeding, often with no observable lesion on the cervix. Infection with high-risk HPV-types (16 and 33) has been reported in some cases.

A rare, highly aggressive uterine cancer, macroscopically appearing as an irregular, slow-growing, non-friable, polypoid mass on the uterine cervix and histologically showing a pseudoglandular or cribriform growth pattern. It presents with vaginal bleeding and discharge and abdominal or pelvic pain. The tumor is highly infiltrative, often associated with vascular, lymphatic and perineural invasion, with subsequent haematogenous spread and early recurrence.

A rare, benign tumor of the pancreas characterized by variable number and size of the cysts lined with glycogen rich epithelial cells. Clinical manifestation may include epigastric or abdominal pain, weight loss, diabetes, jaundice and palpable abdominal mass. Some patients have no symptoms and the tumor is discovered incidentally.

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A rare subtype of malignant mixed epithelial and mesenchymal tumor composed of benign or mildly atypical glandular elements and a surrounding low-grade malignant stroma, often containing heterologous elements, such as areas of sex-cord-like or smooth muscle differentiation. It usually presents with vaginal bleeding or discharge, lower abdominal pain and/or a cervical mass or polyp. The tumor may arise from pre-existing endometriosis and patients may have a history of recurrent cervical polyps.

A rare subtype of mixed epithelial-mesenchymal tumor, often presenting as a large, exophytic polypoid lesion, which may extend through the cervix, composed of benign or atypical epithelium and low-grade malignant stroma. It usually presents with dysfunctional bleeding or vaginal discharge and less often abdominal pain. Association with long-term unopposed estrogen therapy, tamoxifen therapy and a history of pelvic radiation has been reported.

A rare viral disease characterized by invasive and/or disseminated adenovirus infection in immunocompromised patients, either acquired <i>de novo</i> or arising from reactivation of persistent latent infection. The clinical picture comprises a wide range of manifestations including pneumonia, colitis, hepatitis, hemorrhagic cystitis, tubulointerstitial nephritis, encephalitis, and disseminated disease, among others. Severity varies with age and immune status, and life-threatening courses may occ

A rare autosomal recessive distal myopathy characterized by slowly progressive diffuse muscle weakness in childhood, followed by predominantly distal muscle weakness in adolescence, and quadriceps muscle weakness in the fourth decade. Facial muscle weakness is commonly reported. Muscle biopsy shows fiber size variation, increased internal nuclei, fiber splitting, rimmed vacuoles, and focal endomysial fibrosis.

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A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that interfere with functioning or development. Symptoms typically begin in childhood but can persist into adulthood.

A rare disorder of subcutaneous tissue characterized by the development of painful, adipose tissue with multiple subcutaneous lipomas, in association with overweight or obesity.

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A group of endogenous Cushing syndrome (CS) that may result from excess secretion of cortisol by either a unilateral and benign (adrenocortical adenoma), or malignant (adrenocortical carcinoma) adrenocortical tumor, or nodular adrenocortical disease, including Cushing syndrome due to bilateral macronodular adrenocortical disease (BMAD), isolated micronodular adrenocortical disease (i-MAD) and primary pigmented nodular adrenocortical disease (PPNAD; isolated or in Carney complex).

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A rare cancer that arises from the adrenal cortex.

A very rare surgically-correctable form of primary aldosteronism (PA) due to an aldosterone-secreting adrenal malignancy.

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A form of the peroxisomal disease X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy, characterized by progressive myelopathy and peripheral neuropathy, and often associated with peripheral adrenal insufficiency in males. Onset is typically in adulthood.

An extremely rare genetic endocrine disease characterized by primary adrenal insufficiency, dystrophic myopathy, hepatic steatosis, severe psychomotor delay, megalocornea, failure to thrive, chronic constipation, and terminal bladder ectasia which can lead to death. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1982.

A very severe form of acute pulmonary failure secondary to capillary permeability impairment. The symptoms include dyspnea, hypotension and multivisceral failure. The disease is characterized by bilateral pulmonary infiltrates and severe hypoxemia due to increased alveolar-capillary permeability. The severity depends on the degree of alveolar epithelial injury, with a mortality rate of 30-50%.

This disease is described under CLN5 disease

This disease is described under CLN6 disease

A rare, genetic, renal disease characterized by the association of familial adult medullary cystic disease with spastic quadriparesis. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1990.

A rare carcinoma of the liver characterized by one to several or many nodules occurring anywhere within the liver, composed of neoplastic epithelial cells with hepatocellular differentiation. The vast majority of tumors are associated with chronic liver disease (such as hepatitis B or C, or steatohepatitis) or exposure to a variety of exogenous agents. Patients may present with signs and symptoms related to the tumor, as well as to the underlying condition. Common manifestations include right up

A moderate form of hypophosphatasia (HPP) characterized by adult onset osteomalacia, chondrocalcinosis, osteoarthropathy, stress fractures and dental anomalies.

A rare acquired immunodeficiency disease characterized by adult-onset absolute neutrophil counts less than 1.5 x 10^9/L on at least 3 occasions in a 3 month period that cannot be attributable to drugs or a specific genetic, infectious, inflammatory, autoimmune or malignant cause. Recurrent aphtous stomatitis and a history of mild bacterial infections are typically associated. A benign outcome with a low rate of severe infections and no secondary malignancies is observed.

A very rare form of botulism, a rare acquired neuromuscular junction disease with descending flaccid paralysis caused by botulinum neurotoxins (BoNTs), and is due to intestinal colonization by <i>Clostridium botulinum</i> leading to toxin-mediated infection with toxemia.

This disease is described under Krabbe disease

A glycogen storage disease of adults characterized by progressive upper and lower motor neuron dysfunction, progressive neurogenic bladder and cognitive difficulties that can lead to dementia.

A rare ectodermal dysplasia syndrome characterized by ectrodactyly, syndactyly, mammary hypoplasia, and excessive freckling as well as other typical ectodermal defects such as hypodontia, lacrimal duct anomalies, hypotrichosis, and onychodysplasia.

A rare, virus associated tumor due to human T-cell leukemia virus type 1 or human T-cell lymphotropic virus type 1 (HTLV-1) and is characterized by the presence of anti-HTLV-1 antibodies, and malignant, mature, medium-sized T cells with condensed chromatin and polylobated nuclei. The malignant cells exhibit a mature CD4+ T cells phenotype and express CD2, CD5, CD25, CD45RO, HLA-DR, and T-cell receptor &#945;&#946;. Presentation is heterogeneous and is typically of aggressive leukemia or lymphoma

A rare, slowly progressive neurological disorder involving central nervous system demyelination, leading to autonomic dysfunction, ataxia and mild cognitive impairment.

A rare, genetic, autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxia disease characterized by adulthood-onset of slowly progressive spinocerebellar ataxia, manifesting with gait and appendicular ataxia, dysarthria, ocular movement anomalies (e.g. horizontal, vertical, and/or downbeat nystagmus, hypermetric saccades), increased deep tendon reflexes and progressive cognitive decline. Additional variable features may include proximal leg muscle wasting and fasciculations, pes cavus, inspiratory stridor, epilepsy

A very rare non-syndromic autosomal recessive pyridoxine-refractory sideroblastic anemia due to a splice defect of glutaredoxin-5 (<i>GLRX5</i>) described in a single patient with adult onset microcytic hypochromic anemia with liver iron overload and type 2 diabetes.

A rare, genetic, isolated dystonia characterized by adult-onset, non-progressive, focal cervical dystonia typically manifesting with torticollis and occasionally accompanied by mild head tremor and essential-type limb tremor.

A rare mitochondrial disease characterized by adult onset of progressive external ophthalmoplegia, exercise intolerance, muscle weakness, manifestations of spinocerebellar ataxia (e.g. impaired gait, dysarthria) and mild motor peripheral neuropathy. Respiratory insufficiency has been reported in some cases.

A rare, genetic distal myopathy disorder characterized by middle age-onset of distal leg muscle weakness, atrophy in the anterior compartment resulting in foot drop, without proximal or scapular skeletal muscle weakness. Rapidly progressive dementia, Paget disease of bone and hand weakness have been reported. Muscle biopsy shows pronounced myopathic changes with rimmed vacuoles.

A rare neurodegenerative disease usually presenting before the age of 30 and which is characterized by dystonia, L-dopa-responsive parkinsonism, pyramidal signs and rapid cognitive decline.

A rare, genetic, macular dystrophy characterized by blurred vision, metamorphopsia and mild visual impairment secondary to a slightly elevated, yellow, egg yolk-like lesion located in the foveal or parafoveal region.

A rare acquired immunodeficiency disorder characterized by the appearance of susceptibility to disseminated opportunistic infections (in particular, disseminated nontuberculous mycobacterial infection, salmonellosis, penicillosis, and varicella zoster virus infection) in previously healthy (HIV-negative) adults, associated with the presence of acquired autoantibodies to interferon gamma. Typical clinical manifestation includes lymphadenopathy (cervical or generalized), fever, weight loss and/or

A rare leukodystrophy characterized by progressive cognitive impairment, neuropsychiatric features, motor dysfunction involving parkinsonian symptoms, gait disturbances, spasticity and speech impairment. Epilepsy, stroke-like episodes, sensory dysfunction, dizziness, fatigue, urinary and fecal incontinence are commonly observed in affected individuals. Neuroaxonal spheroids and pigmented (iron or lipofuscin) macrophages and glial cells, together with diffuse myelin loss and axonal destruction, a

An extremely rare multiple mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with markedly decreased deoxyguanosine kinase (DGUOK) activity in skeletal muscle characterized by a highly variable phenotype. Clinical manifestations include progressive external ophthalmoplegia, mitochondrial myopathy, recurrent rhabdomyolysis, lower motor neuron disease, mild cognitive impairment, sensory axonal neuropathy, optic atrophy, ataxia, hypogonadism and/or parkinsonism.

A rare autoimmune disorder of the neuromuscular junction characterized by fatigable muscle weakness with frequent ocular signs and/or generalized muscle weakness, and occasionally associated with thymoma.

A rapidly progressive type of nemaline myopathy (NM) characterized by a very late onset.

A rare genetic neurological disorder characterized by congenital or early-onset sensorineural deafness and adult-onset progressive leukoencephalopathy. Progressive cognitive impairment and behavioral abnormalities are observed in the second or third decade of life, sometimes preceded by mild developmental delay and learning difficulties. Visual impairment in adult age has been reported. No central nervous system calcification is reported.

This disease is described under Steinert myotonic dystrophy

A rare inflammatory multisystem disorder characterized clinically by four cardinal signs: fever of unknown origin, arthralgia or arthritis, hyperleucocytosis, and typical skin rash.

A rare, hereditary amyloidosis with primary renal involvement characterized by fibrinogen A-alpha-chain amyloid deposition predominantly in the kidney glomeruli and clinically presenting with hypertension, uremia, nephrotic syndrome slowly progressing to end-stage renal disease. Extra-renal involvement is possible, due to neurological, cardiac, visceral and vascular amyloid deposition.

A rare bacterial infectious disease caused by the tick-borne bacterium <i>Rickettsia africae</i>, characterized by acute onset of fever accompanied by myalgia, localized lymphadenitis, and a papulovesicular rash. In most cases at least one, sometimes multiple, inoculation eschars are observed. Clustering of cases is frequent.

A rare parasitic disease characterized by infection with the protozoans <i>Trypanosoma brucei rhodesiense</i> (East African trypanosomiasis) or <i>T. brucei gambiense</i> (West African trypanosomiasis), usually due to the bite of an infected tsetse fly. The first, hemolymphatic stage presents with fever, headaches, fatigue, lymphadenopathy, and aching muscles and joints. In East African trypanosomiasis, the fly bite may develop into a red sore or chancre. This form then progresses to CNS invasio

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A rare syndromic agammaglobulinemia characterized by profound B-cell depletion (with normal T-cell numbers) resulting in agammaglobulinemia, associated with severe developmental delay, microcephaly, craniosynostosis, cleft palate, narrowing of the choanae, blepharophimosis, and severe dermatitis. Additional reported features include distal joint contractures, renal/genitourinary anomalies, and mild cerebral atrophy, among others.

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Leading cause of vision loss in people over 50.

A rare, systemic amyloidosis characterized by a triad of ophthalmologic, neurologic and dermatologic findings due to the deposition of gelsolin amyloid fibrils in these tissues. Clinical manifestations include corneal lattice dystrophy, cranial neuropathy, especially affecting the facial nerve, bulbar signs, cutis laxa, increased skin fragility, and less commonly peripheral neuropathy and renal failure.

A rare congenital anomaly of the great veins characterized by unilateral or bilateral complete absence of the superior vena cava (SVC). Unilateral agenesis is mainly asymptomatic (most of the time diagnosed incidentally) and patients usually have otherwise normal heart structure. Bilateral agenesis, however, is frequently associated with other congenital cardiac anomalies and/or conduction abnormalities (such as tetralogy of Fallot, atrial septal defect) and typically present symptoms of SVC syn

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An extremely rare and highly aggressive neoplasm, usually manifesting in the third to fourth decade of life, affecting males and females equally, and characterized by the onset of high fever, weight loss, jaundice, skin infiltration, lymphadenopathy, hepatosplenomegaly, and severe anemia. It has a fulminant and rapidly fatal disease course with the progressive appearance of multiorgan failure and disseminated intravascular coagulation.

A rare functional neutrophil defect characterized by increased susceptibility to aggressive periodontitis in otherwise young, healthy individuals, due to impaired polymorphonuclear leukocyte chemotaxis toward bacterial formylpeptides. The periodontitis is rapidly progressive with progredient destruction of periodontal tissue and attachment loss.

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A rare, aggressive form of advanced systemic mastocytosis (advSM) characterized by massive infiltration of mast cells (MC) in different tissues and presence of extracutaneous organ dysfunction, but without evidence of mast cell leukemia or another hematologic neoplasm.

An extremely rare and fatal association syndrome, characterized by absence of the mandible, cerebral malformations with facial anomalies related to a defect in cleavage in the embryonic brain (e.g. synophthalmia, malformed and low-set ears fused in midline (otocephaly), agenesis of the olfactory bulbs, microstomia, hypoglossia/aglossia) and situs inversus partialis or totalis.

A rare, systemic amyloidosis characterized by the aggregation and deposition of amyloid fibrils composed of monoclonal immunoglobulin heavy-chain fragments, usually produced by a plasma cell neoplasm. Amyloid fibrils deposit in various organs, most commonly in the kidneys. It typically affects older patients and clinical presentation includes signs and symptoms of renal dysfunction, sometimes leading to nephrotic syndrome and end stage renal disease. Cardiac, liver and nerves involvement has als

A rare, syndromic intellectual disability characterized by hypotonia, developmetal delay, absent or severly delayed speech development, intellectual disability, obstructive sleep apnea, mild dysmorphic facial features and behavioral abnormalities. Epilepsy, ataxia and nystagmus have also been reported.

A rare and severe inborn metabolic disease characterized clinically by the association of severe-to-profound neurodevelopmental impairment, severe visual impairment, ante-postnatal growth impairment, severe scoliosis and, frequently, early-onset epilepsy.

A rare condition associated with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and characterized by unwanted weight loss (involving both fat and muscle) of more than ten percent of body weight, with either diarrhea or weakness and fever which have lasted at least 30 days and are not related to an infection.

A rare benign vascular tumor characterized by rapid growth after birth (followed by spontaneous partial regression over the course of years), potentially leading to life-threatening airway obstruction due to the subglottic location. Patients present with respiratory symptoms including biphasic stridor, recurrent croup, cyanosis, apnea, and sternal and intercostal retractions. The tumor may be accompanied by cutaneous hemangiomata, especially in the lower facial ("beard") distribution.

A rare familial partial lipodystrophy characterized by adult onset of distal lipoatrophy and severe insulin resistance in the liver and peripheral tissues, hyperinsulinemia, and diabetes mellitus. Acanthosis nigricans and hypertension have been reported in association.

A clonal B-cell disorder characterized by the aggregation and deposition of insoluble amyloid fibrils derived from misfolding of monoclonal immunoglobulin light chains. It usually presents as systemic AL amyloidosis with involvement of one or more parenchymal organ(s) and, less frequently, as localized amyloidosis with usually nodular deposits restricted to a single organ and/or system.

This disease is described under Alagille syndrome

This disease is described under Alagille syndrome

This disease is described under Alagille syndrome

An X-linked recessive retinal disease characterized by fundus hypopigmentation, decreased visual acuity, nystagmus, astigmatism, progressive axial myopia, defective dark adaptation and protanopia.

A very rare dysmorphic disorder characterized by hypoplasia and coloboma of the alar cartilages and telecanthus described in 2 sisters. No new cases with similar features have been reported since 1976.

A rare disorder characterised by congenital nerve deafness and piebaldness with no ocular albinism. It has been described in one large pedigree. Transmission is X-linked with affected males presenting with profound sensorineural deafness and severe pigmentary abnormalities of the skin, and carrier females presenting with variable hearing impairment without any pigmentary changes. The causative gene has been mapped to Xq26.3-q27.1.

A rare, genetic, neurometabolic disease characterized by prenatal and postnatal growth retardation, hypotonia, failure to thrive, large and late-closing fontanel, development delay, cutis laxa, joint laxity, progeroid appearance, and dysmorphic facial features. In addition, corneal opacities, cataracts, myopia, seizures, hyperreflexia and athetoid movements have also been associated.

A rare, systemic amyloidosis characterized by slowly progressive renal disease presenting with proteinuria, hypertension and decreased glomerular filtration rate leading to progressive renal failure. Histology reveals amyloid deposits of leukocyte chemotactic factor-2 protein in the renal cortical interstitium, tubular basement membranes, glomeruli and the vessel walls. Extra-renal deposits can be seen in the liver, lungs, spleen and adrenal glands.

An astrogliopathy and the most severe and common form of Alexander disease (AxD), presenting before the age of 4 and characterized by seizures, megalencephaly and developmental delay with progressive deterioration.

An astrogliopathy and a form of Alexander disease (AxD) characterized by ataxia, bulbar symptoms, spastic paraparesis, palatal myoclonus, and autonomic symptoms.

A severe form of congenital disorders of N-linked glycosylation characterized by severe developmental and psychomotor delay, muscular hypotonia, intractable early-onset seizures, and microcephaly. Additional features include altered blood coagulation with a high probability of hemorrhages or thromboses, nephrotic syndrome, ascites, hepatomegaly, cardiomyopathy, ocular manifestations (strabismus, nystagmus), and immunodeficiency. The disease is caused by loss-of-function mutations in the gene <i>

A form of congenital disorders of N-linked glycosylation characterized by facial dysmorphism (microcephaly, high forehead, low posterior hairline, strabismus), hypotonia, failure to thrive, intractable seizures, developmental delay, persistent vomiting and gastric bleeding. Additional features that may be observed include fat pads anomalies, inverted nipples, and body temperature oscillation. The disease is caused by mutations in the gene <i>ALG11</i> (13q14.3).

A form of congenital disorders of N-linked glycosylation characterized by facial dysmorphism (prominent forehead, large ears, thin upper lip), generalized hypotonia, feeding difficulties, moderate to severe developmental delay, progressive microcephaly, frequent upper respiratory tract infections due to impaired immunity with decreased immunoglobulin levels, and decreased coagulation factors. Additional features include hypogonadism with or without hypospadias in males, skeletal anomalies, seizu

A form of congenital disorders of N-linked glycosylation characterized by microcephaly, hepatomegaly, edema of the extremities, intractable seizures, recurrent infections and increased bleeding tendency. The disease is caused by mutations in the gene <i>ALG13</i> (Xq23).

A form of congenital disorders of N-linked glycosylation characterized by iris coloboma, cataract, infantile spasms, developmental delay and abnormal coagulation factors. The disease is caused by loss-of-function mutations in the gene <i>ALG2</i> (9q31.1). Transmission is autosomal recessive.

A form of congenital disorders of N-linked glycosylation characterized by severe neurological involvement, including hypotonia, developmental delay, intellectual disability, postnatal microcephaly, and progressive brain and cerebellar atrophy. Epilepsy with hypsarrythmia is frequently reported. Additional features that may be observed include failure to thrive, arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC), vision impairment (optic atrophy, iris coloboma) and facial dysmorphism (hypertelorism with a

A form of congenital disorders of N-linked glycosylation characterized by feeding problems, mild-to-moderate neurologic involvement with hypotonia, poor head control, developmental delay, ataxia, strabismus, and seizures, ranging from febrile convulsions to epilepsy. Retinal degeneration has also been reported. A minority of patients show other manifestations, particularly intestinal (such as protein-losing enteropathy) and liver involvement. The disease is caused by loss of function mutations o

A rare form of congenital disorders of N-linked glycosylation characterized by gastrointestinal symptoms (diarrhea, vomiting, feeding problems with failure to thrive, protein-losing enteropathy), edema and ascites (including hydrops fetalis), hepatomegaly, renal tubulopathy, coagulation anomalies due to thrombocytopenia, brain involvement (psychomotor delay, seizures, ataxia), facial dysmorphism (low-set ears and retrognathia), pes equinovarus, and muscular hypotonia. Cataracts may also be obser

A rare form of congenital disorders of N-linked glycosylation characterized by progressive microcephaly, hypotonia, developmental delay, drug-resistant infantile epilepsy, and hepatomegaly. Additional features that may be observed include failure to thrive, pericardial effusion, renal cysts, skeletal dysplasia, facial dysmorphism (frontal bossing, hypertelorism, depressed nasal bridge, low-seated ears, large mouth) and hydrops fetalis. The disease is caused by loss-of-function mutations in the g

A type of ALCL, a rare and aggressive peripheral T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma affecting lymph nodes and extranodal sites, which is characterized by the lack of expression of a protein called anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK).

A type of ALCL, a rare and aggressive peripheral T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma affecting lymph nodes and extranodal sites, which is characterized by the expression of a protein called anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK).

A very rare variant of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) mainly affecting middle-aged immunocompetent men and characterized by a consistent primary involvement of lymph nodes (mainly in the cervical and mediastinum lymph nodes) and with infrequent extra nodal involvement of the bone marrow and other extra-nodal sites (head and neck region, liver, spleen, and gastrointestinal tract). It has an aggressive disease course, and is associated with a poor prognosis.

A rare genetic leukodystrophy characterized by infantile onset of stagnation and regression of motor and language development resulting in complete lack of communication and purposeful movement. Further neurological manifestations include truncal hypotonia, appendicular spasticity, dystonia, optic disc pallor, peripheral neuropathy, and neurogenic bladder. Patients also present multiple contractures, late-onset relative macrocephaly, short stature, and facial dysmorphism (including coarse facial

A rare immunologic pulmonary disorder caused by hypersensitivity to <i>Aspergillus fumigatus</i>, clinically manifesting with poorly controlled asthma and recurrent pulmonary infiltrates.

A severe form of holoprosencephaly characterized by a single brain ventricle and no interhemispheric fissure. Severe craniofacial features may manifest as cyclopia, ethmocephaly or cebocephaly.

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A rare primary immunodeficiency disorder characterized by the association of alopecia areata totalis and antibody deficiency (congenital agammaglobulinemia or incomplete antibody deficiency syndrome), manifesting with recurrent infections. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1976.

A form of alopecia areata, an inflammatory disease of the hair follicle, characterized by a complete loss of hair of the entire scalp which becomes glabrous.

A disorder of most severe form of alopecia areata, an inflammatory disease of the hair follicle, which is characterized by a complete loss of hair of the scalp and all the hair-bearing areas of the body.

A form of ectodermal dysplasia syndrome characterized by a short stature of prenatal onset, alopecia, ichthyosis, photophobia, ectrodactyly, seizures, scoliosis, multiple contractures, fusions of various bones (particularly elbows, carpals, metacarpals, and spine), intellectual disability, and facial dysmorphism (microdolichocephaly, madarosis, large ears and long nose). ACD syndrome overlaps with ichthyosis follicularis-alopecia-photophobia syndrome.

A rare genetic syndromic intellectual disability that is characterized by congenital permanent alopecia universalis, intellectual disability, psychomotor epilepsy and periodontitis (pyorrhea). Total permanent alopecia and pyorrhea are invariably concomitant while intellectual disability and psychomotor epilepsy are observed in most patients. No other abnormality of nails or skin (apart from absence of hair) has been reported. Transmission is autosomal dominant.

An extremely rare genetic syndromic intellectual disability described in less than 20 families to date and characterized by total or partial alopecia associated with intellectual deficit. The syndrome can be associated with other anomalies such as seizures, sensorineural hearing loss, delayed psychomotor development, and/or hypertonia.

A rare multiple congenital anomalies syndrome characterized by association of congenital total alopecia, mild intellectual deficit and hypergonadotropic hypogonadism.

A cerebrohepatopathy and a rare and severe form of mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) depletion syndrome characterized by the triad of progressive developmental regression, intractable seizures, and hepatic failure.

A rare hemorrhagic disorder due to a constitutional platelet anomaly characterized by moderate to severe deficiency in both platelet alpha-granules and dense bodies, resulting in impaired platelet function and decreased aggregation responses. Patients present increased bleeding tendency with symptoms like easy bruising, or menorrhagia.

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A rare, genetic, alpha-crystallinopathy disease characterized by adult-onset myofibrillar myopathy, variably associated with cardiomyopathy and/or posterior polar cataracts. Patients typically present progressive proximal and distal muscle weakness and wasting of lower and upper limbs, often with velopharyngeal involvement including dysphagia, dysphonia and ventilatory insufficiency. Electromyography shows myopathic features and muscle biopsy reveals myofibrillar myopathy changes.

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A form of limb-girdle muscular dystrophy characterized by slowly-progressive, mainly proximal, muscle weakness presenting in early childhood (with difficulties walking and climbing stairs) and mild to severe intellectual disability. Additional manifestations reported include microcephaly, mild increase in thigh or calf muscles, and contractures of the ankles.

A type of HCD characterized by the production of incomplete monoclonal alpha-heavy chains without associated light chains. Alpha-HCD is considered to be a subtype of immunoproliferative small intestinal disease (IPSID). The clinical presentation includes chronic diarrhea with evidence of malabsorption.

This disease is described under Alpha-mannosidosis

This disease is described under Alpha-mannosidosis

A very rare lysosomal storage disease that is clinically and pathologically heterogeneous and is characterized by deficient NAGA activity.

A very rare and severe type of NAGA deficiency characterized by infantile neuroaxonal dystrophy.

A very rare mild adult type of NAGA deficiency with the features of angiokeratoma corporis diffusum and mild sensory neuropathy.

A rare clinically heterogeneous type of NAGA deficiency with developmental, neurologic and psychiatric manifestations presenting at an intermediate age.

A rare inherited hemoglobinopathy characterized by impaired synthesis of two to all four alpha-globin chains leading to a variable clinical picture depending on the number of affected alleles.

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A rare developmental defect during embryogenesis, a contiguous gene deletion syndrome, is a form of alpha-thalassemia characterized by microcytosis, hypochromia, normal hemoglobin (Hb) level or mild anemia, associated with developmental abnormalities.

An acquired form of alpha-thalassemia characterized by a myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) or more rarely a myeloproliferative disease (MPD) associated with hemoglobin H disease (HbH).

A rare genetic gastroenterological disease characterized by severe, refractory intestinal inflammation with mucosal erosions and ulcerations potentially involving the small and large intestine. Epithelioid granulomas are typically absent. Patients present with severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, rectal bleeding, and weight loss.

A rare constitutional hemolytic anemia that is characterised by the association of Alport syndrome, midface hypoplasia, intellectual deficit and elliptocytosis. It has been described in two families. The syndrome is transmitted as an X-linked trait is caused by a contiguous gene deletion in Xq22.3 involving several genes including <i>COL4A5</i>, <i>FACL4</i> and <i>AMMECR1</i>.

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A rare neurological syndrome characterized by episodes of hemiplegia (alternating between the two sides of the body) or tetraplegia, and other accesses such as abnormal ocular movements, dystonia, and dysautonomia. Patients have permanent neurological impairment, variable degrees of intellectual disability, movement disorders, and psychiatric problems. Half of them present with epilepsy.

A rare parasitic disorder that occurs after ingestion of eggs of <i>Echinococcus multilocularis</i> and characterized by an initial asymptomatic incubation period of many years followed by a chronic course where the clinical manifestations include epigastric pain and jaundice.

This disease is described under Rhabdomyosarcoma

A rare soft tissue sarcoma characterized by a slowly growing, painless space-occupying lesion, composed of large, uniform, epithelioid cells arranged in solid nests and/or alveolar structures, separated by thin, sinusoidal vessels. The tumor mostly affects adolescents and young adults. Early metastasis, most commonly to the lung, bones, and brain, is a characteristic feature and relevant prognostic factor, together with age at presentation and tumor size, while histological features have no prog

A rare, hereditary amyloidosis with primary renal involvement characterized by amyloid deposition in the kidney glomeruli and medulla, gastrointestinal tract, liver, spleen and slow disease progression. Symptoms and signs include nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, gastritis, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, abdominal pain, hepatic rupture, sicca syndrome, purpura and petechiae, lymphadenopathy and renal dysfunction.

A rare, syndromic, inherited retinal disorder characterized by cone-rod type congenital amaurosis, severe retinal dystrophy leading to visual impairment and profound photophobia (without night blindness), and trichomegaly (bushy eyebrows with synophrys, excessive facial and body hair (including marked circumareolar hypertrichosis). There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1989.

A rare ectodermal dysplasia syndrome characterized by the association of hypocalcified and hypoplastic tooth enamel, distal finger and toenail onycholysis with subungual hyperkeratosis, and functional hypohidrosis. Additional manifestations include seborrheic scalp dermatitis and rough, dry skin. Lacrimal puncta may be occasionally absent. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1975.

A rare odontogenic tumor characterized by aggressive clinical course and local destruction, occurring in mandible more often than in maxilla. The most common symptom is a rapidly progressing painful swelling, but it may present as a benign cystic lesion or as a large, rapidly growing mass with ulceration, bone resorption and teeth mobility, as well. The tumor may metastasize, most commonly to the cervical lymph nodes and the lungs.

A rare, benign, slow-growing odontologic tumor located in the mandible, and on occasion the maxilla, characterized by painless, variable-sized jaw swelling, which if left untreated may lead to a grotesque facial appearance. Occasionally, paresthesias, tooth displacement and adjacent root resorption may be associated. Local invasion is frequently observed, but malignant transformation and metastasis are not common.

A genetically heterogeneous autosomal recessive syndrome characterized by the triad of amelogenesis imperfect, infantile onset epilepsy, intellectual disability with or without regression and dementia.

A rare genetic odontal or periodontal disorder that represents a group of developmental conditions affecting the structure and clinical appearance of the enamel of all or nearly all the teeth in a more or less equal manner, and which may be associated with morphologic or biochemical changes elsewhere in the body.

A tropical disease mainly found in latin America and transmitted by triatomine insects (mostly <i>Triatoma infestans</i> and <i>Rhodnius prolixus</i> and <i>Panstrongylus megistus</i>) harboring the hemoflagellate protozoan parasite <i>Trypanosoma cruzi</i>. The disease is characterized by an acute phase which is either asymptomatic or manifest with fever, inflammation at the inoculation site (inoculation chancre or chagoma), unilateral palpebral edema called the Romaña sign (when the triatomine

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A rare inborn error of metabolism (organic aciduria) characterized by elevated urinary levels of numerous N-acetylated amino acids. A causal relationship with a specific clinical phenotype is uncertain.

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A syndrome of developmental anomalies characterized by growth deficiency, facial dysmorphism and skull, limb and neural defects secondary to maternal exposure to aminopterin or methotrexate (MTX) during pregnancy.

A very rare syndrome characterized by extreme microcephaly and early death, within the first year.

A type of nemaline myopathy (NM) only observed in several families of the Amish community.

Constriction rings syndrome is a congenital limb malformation disorder with an extremely variable clinical presentation characterized by the presence of partial to complete, congenital, fibrous, circumferential, constriction bands/rings on any part of the body, although a particular predilection for the upper or lower extremities is seen. Phenotypes range from only a mild skin indentation to complete amputation of parts of the fetus (e.g. digits, distal limb). Compression from the rings may lead

A rare corneal infection due to the protozoan <i>Acanthamoeba</i> that generally occurs in contact lens wearers and that is characterized by severe ocular pain, blepharospasm, photophobia, eye tearing, blurred vision and foreign body sensation. It can lead to impaired visual acuity if not treated promptly.

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A neurodegenerative disease characterized by progressive muscular paralysis reflecting degeneration of motor neurons in the primary motor cortex, corticospinal tracts, brainstem and spinal cord.

A rare, genetic motor neuron disease characterized by late childhood- or adolescent-onset of slowly progressive, severe, distal limb muscle weakness and wasting, in association with pyramidal signs, normal sensation, and absence of bulbar involvement, leading to degeneration of motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord.

A condition characterized by insufficient healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin to carry adequate oxygen to body tissues. Common causes include iron deficiency, chronic diseases, and genetic disorders.

A rare intestinal condition characterized by an abnormal communication between the lower rectum and the perianal skin, which usually develops after an acute perianal abscess. A fistulous traject may be established on either side of the anus (never in the midline) and mucous or fecal discharge can appear. The skin around the external orifice can be irritated. Males are more often affected than females.

A rare, high-grade, malignant glial tumor, histologically characterized by abundance of pleomorphic astrocytes and multiple mitotic figures, often associated with diffuse infiltration of the surrounding tissue, considerable edema and mass effect and involvement of the contralateral brain. Depending on the primary localization of the tumor, patients can present with signs of raised intracranial pressure (headache, vomiting, papilledema), seizures, progressive neurological deficits, and/or behavio

A rare, malignant type of ependymoma that most often arises in the supratentorial region of the brain of children and young adults and that manifests with variable symptoms including headaches, nausea, vision impairment, memory loss and difficulty walking.

A rare mixed neuronal-glial tumor characterized by a mostly supratentorial space-occupying lesion often involving the temporal lobe, although it may occur anywhere in the central nervous system. The tumor shows anaplastic features in its glial component and is considered WHO grade III, which may, albeit inconsistently, indicate more aggressive behavior and less favorable prognosis. Clinical symptoms vary according to the location, the most common manifestation being seizures.

A rare and aggressive peripheral T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma, belonging to the group of CD30-positive lymphoproliferative disorders, which affects lymph nodes and extranodal sites. It is comprised of two sub-types, based on the expression of a protein called anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK): ALK positive and ALK negative ALCL.

A rare and aggressive glial tumor of the central nervous system, that usually presents in adults with seizures, is most often located in the cerebral hemispheres and that is associated with a very poor prognosis.

A rare glial tumor characterized by a grade III oligodendroglial tumour with focal or diffuse anaplastic features. It typically occurs in the supratentorial white matter. Histologically, the cells are enlarged and epithelioid with pleomorphic and increased size nuclei, a vesicular chromatin pattern and prominent nucleoli. Most patients present with seizures.

A disorder that represents the ultimate dedifferentiation step of thyroid tumorigenesis and is one of the most severe cancers in humans.

A histological variant of medulloblastoma, an embryonic malignancy, associated with extremely low survival rates and a high risk of metastatic disease and manifesting with symptoms of increased intracranial pressure such as vomiting, headache, listlessness, papilledema and diplopia.

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A rare spondyloepimetaphyseal dysplasia characterized by severe short-limb short stature beginning prenatally, joint hypermobility, dental abnormalities, dysmorphic facial features (including hypertelorism, midface hypoplasia, macroglossia, and prognathism), and other skeletal anomalies (such as atlantoaxial subluxation causing compression of the spinal cord, kyphoscoliosis, hip dislocation, or rocker-bottom feet). Mild intellectual disability may also be present.

A rare disorder characterized by periodic muscle paralysis, prolongation of the QT interval with a variety of ventricular arrhythmias (leading to predisposition to sudden cardiac death) and characteristic physical features: short stature, scoliosis, low-set ears, hypertelorism, broad nasal root, micrognathia, clinodactyly, brachydactyly and syndactyly.

A rare difference of sex development (DSD) characterized by the presence of female external genitalia, ambiguous genitalia or variable defects in virilization in a 46,XY individual with absent or partial responsiveness to age-appropriate levels of androgens. It comprises two clinical subgroups: complete AIS (CAIS) and partial AIS (PAIS).

A rare, genetic, neuro-endocrino-cutaneous disorder characterized by highly variable degrees of alopecia, moderate to severe intellectual disability, progressive, late-onset motor deterioration and combined anterior pituitary hormone deficiency, manifesting with central hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, delayed or absent puberty, growth hormone deficiency (resulting in short stature), progressive central adrenal insufficiency and a hypoplastic anterior pituitary gland. Additional features include h

A rare congenital heart malformation of one or more of the aortic sinuses, consisting of a dilation that when unruptured is usually asymptomatic but when ruptured presents with progressive exertional dyspnea, fatigue, chest pain and that can lead to congestive heart failure if left untreated.

A rare, genetic, systemic disease characterized by the presence of arterial aneurysms, tortuosity and dissection throughout the arterial tree, associated with early-onset osteoarthritis (predominantly affecting the spine, hands and/or wrists, and knees) and mild craniofacial dysmorphism (incl. long face, high forehead, flat supraorbital ridges, hypertelorism, malar hypoplasia and, anomalies of the palate and uvula), as well as mild skeletal and cutaneous anomalies. Joint abnormalities, such as o

A rare bone tumor characterized by a benign, cystic lesion consisting of blood-filled cavities divided by fibrous septa containing fibroblasts, multinucleated osteoclast-type giant cells, and reactive woven bone. The tumor may arise <i>de novo</i> or secondarily, complicating other benign or malignant bone tumors. It most commonly arises during the first two decades of life and often affects the epiphyses of long bones and posterior elements of vertebral bodies. Patients typically present with p

A form of acromelic dysplasia characterized by the distinctive radiological sign of angel-shaped middle phalanges, a typical metacarpophalangeal pattern profile (mainly affecting first metacarpals and middle phalanges of second, third and fifth digits, which all appear short), epiphyseal changes in the hips and, in some, abnormal dentition and delayed bone age.

This disease is described under Angelman syndrome

This disease is described under Angelman syndrome

This disease is described under Angelman syndrome

This disease is described under Angelman syndrome

An extremely rare slow-growing glial neoplasm of the central nervous system, usually arising in a superficial location in the cerebrum, affecting all ages and both sexes, and characterized by intractable seizures and headaches, with most cases being cured by surgical incision alone and therefore having a good prognosis.

A rare T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma characterized by infiltration of lymph nodes by neoplastic cells of T follicular helper cell origin with a polymorphous inflammatory background including markedly increased follicular dendritic cells and EBV-positive B-cells, as well as prominent proliferation of high endothelial venules. The spleen, liver, skin, and bone marrow are also frequently involved. Patients typically present with generalized lymphadenopathy, hepatosplenomegaly, systemic symptoms, and

A benign congenital skin disease characterised by progressive dilation of the subepidermal skin vessels manifesting as purple punctate lesions usually appearing on the lower limbs and buttocks and following the lines of Blaschko.

A rare soft tissue tumor characterized by a slow-growing, usually painless, subcutaneous nodule, predominantly located in the extremities, less frequently the trunk or head and neck region. Histopathologically, the lesion is well-circumscribed, lobulated, and composed of epitheloid, ovoid, or spindle cells arranged in a nodular and often syncytial pattern, with pseudoangiomatoid spaces and a peripheral fibrous pseudocapsule with a prominent lymphoplasmacytic cuff. The tumor is most common in the

A congenital vascular bone syndrome (CVBS) characterized by the presence of a vascular malformation in a limb, mainly of the arteriovenous type, which results in overgrowth of the affected limb.

A rare, congenital, vascular anomaly syndrome characterized by venous or, on occasion, arterial malformations which lead to soft tissue hypertrophy and bone hypoplasia. Affected limb is generally shortened, highly deformed, painful and edematous and associates bone and muscle hypotrophy. Single parts, or multiple small parts, of limbs are typically affected but more extensive involvement, including complete extremity, shoulder girdle and axilla, has been reported.

A rare vascular tumor characterized by a malignant space-occupying lesion composed of cells variably recapitulating features of normal endothelium. It mostly develops as a cutaneous tumor and is much less frequently located in the deep soft tissue. Clinical presentation is an enlarging mass, sometimes with symptoms like coagulopathy, anemia, persistent hematoma, or bruisability. Some tumors are associated with pre-existing conditions, e. g. Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome, Maffucci syndrome, or follo

A rare nevus disorder characterized by the presence of epidermal nevi consisting of depigmented hypertrichosis manifesting with long, soft, white hair which grows from dilated follicles and follows Blaschko's lines, typically located on the scalp, neck, face, trunk and/or limbs. Association with hyperpigmented, hyperkeratotic linear epidermal nevi, macrocephaly, body asymmetry, sacral pit and koilonychia, as well as skeletal, ocular, and neurological abnormalities, has also been reported.

A rare syndrome described in three members of a family (a boy, his father, and his paternal grandmother) that is characterized by the association of aniridia with patella aplasia or hypoplasia. The grandmother also had bilateral cataracts and glaucoma. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1975.

A rare genetic developmental and neurological disorder characterized by the association of partial bilateral aniridia (or iris hypoplasia), with non-progressive cerebellar ataxia, intellectual disability, and congenital hypotonia.

An extremely rare autosomal dominant developmental defect of the eye described in several members of one family that is characterized by the association of moderate intellectual disability with aniridia, lens dislocation, optic nerve hypoplasia and cataracts. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1974.

An extremely rare syndrome described in three members of a family (a mother and her two children) that is characterized by the association of various ocular abnormalities (partial or complete aniridia, ptosis, pendular nystagmus, corneal pannus, , persistent pupillary membrane, lenticular opacities, foveal hypoplasia, and low visual acuity) with various systemic anomalies including intellectual disability and obesity in the two children, and alopecia, cardiac abnormalities, and frequent spontane

An extremely rare syndrome reported in two siblings of non consanguineous parents that is characterized by the association of ocular abnormalities (partial aniridia, congenital glaucoma, telecanthus) with frontal bossing, hypertelorism, unilateral renal agenesis and mild psychomotor delay. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1974.

A fish-borne zoonosis caused by the ingestion of third stage larvae of nematodes belonging to the genus <i>Anisakis</i>, present in fish or cephalopods. Following its penetration in the human gastrointestinal tract, the parasite can cause gastrointestinal classified as acute (manifesting as abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting), chronic, or ectopic reactions or allergic manifestations (urticaria, angioedema, anaphylactic shock).

A rare, genetic, syndromic intellectual disability disorder characterized by variable degrees of intellectual disability, behavioral problems (including attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder, and aggressiveness), an altered sleeping pattern, and delayed speech and language development associated with disruption of ankyrin-3 (<i>ANK3</i> gene). Additional features observed may include muscular hypotonia and spasticity. Epilepsy, chronic hunger, and dysmorphic faci

A rare, syndromic, developmental defect of the eye malformation characterized by unilateral or bilateral, single or multiple, filiforme bands of elastic tissue which connect the eyelid margins at the grey line, associated with cleft lip and palate. Eye examination is otherwise normal.

A rare developmental defect during embryogenesis malformation syndrome characterized by bands of extensile tissue connecting the margins of the upper and lower eyelids, in association with anal atresia. Patients may additionally present cleft palate, hydrocephalus and meningomyelocele. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1993.

An ectodermal dysplasia syndrome with defining features of ankyloblepharon filiforme adnatum (AFA), ectodermal abnormalities and a cleft lip and/or palate.

A rare dysostosis with predominant vertebral involvement characterized by paraspinal ligament ossification (most pronounced in the lower thoracic region), osteophytosis, marginal sacroiliac joint sclerosis, and punctate hyperkeratosis on the soles and palms. Patients may be asymptomatic or present mild to moderate back pain. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1969.

A rare variant of cutaneous lichen planus characterized by both annular and atrophic LP features in the same lesion.

A rare clinical variant of epidermolytic ichthyosis (EI) characterized by the presence of a blistering phenotype at birth and the development from early infancy of annular polycyclic erythematous scales on the trunk and extremities.

A rare variant of cutaneous lichen planus characterized by the development of annular lesions.

A distinct form of duodenal atresia in which the head of the pancreas forms a ring around the second portion of the duodenum.

A form of limb-girdle muscular dystrophy most often characterized by an adult onset (but ranging from 11 to 51 years) of mainly proximal lower limb weakness, with difficulties standing on tiptoes being one of the initial signs. Proximal upper limb and distal lower limb weakness is also common, as well as atrophy of the quadriceps (most commonly), biceps brachii, and lower leg muscles. Calf hypertrophy has also been reported in some cases. LGMD2L progresses slowly, with most patients remaining am

An extreme developmental dental anomaly characterized by the complete absence of all teeth.

A rare group of coronary artery congenital malformation disorders characterized by an anomalous origin and course of the left or right coronary artery, which originates from the contralateral aortic sinus of Valsalva and has an anomalous trajectory which may be: pre-pulmonary (with no hemodynamic consequences), retroaortic (with a course posterior to the aortic root and no hemodynamic consequences), interarterial (located between the aorta and the pulmonary artery and associated with a poorer pr

A rare coronary artery congenital malformation characterized by an anomalous origin and course of the left coronary artery, which originates from the right aortic sinus of Valsalva and has an abnormal proximal course, which may be intramural, prepulmonic, subpulmonic, retroaortic, retrocardiac or wrapped around the apex. Patients are frequently asymptomatic, although chest pain, dyspnea, palpitations, dizziness, syncope, and sudden cardiac arrest/death (typically following intense physical exert

A rare coronary artery congenital malformation characterized by an anomalous origin and course of the right coronary artery, which originates from the left aortic sinus of Valsalva and has an abnormal proximal course, which may be intramural, prepulmonic, subpulmonic, retroaortic, retrocardiac or wrapped around the apex. Patients are frequently asymptomatic, although chest pain, dyspnea, palpitations, dizziness, syncope, and sudden cardiac arrest/death (typically following intense physical exert

A rare coronary artery congenital malformation characterized by an anomalous origin of the left (ALCAPA) or right (ARCAPA) coronary artery from the pulmonary artery, with variable clinical presentation, ranging from asymptomatic to early heart failure and death depending on the degree of development of collateral circulation between the left and right coronary artery systems, as well as the pressure level of the pulmonary artery. Infants typically present with feeding difficulties, failure to th

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A group of rare congenital coronary artery malformations comprising abnormal number of coronary ostia, malposition of a coronary ostium, and stenosis or atresia of a coronary ostium. Patients may remain asymptomatic or present with variable signs and symptoms, depending on the nature and severity of the malformation, including failure to thrive, dyspnea, syncope, angina pectoris, ventricular tachycardia, and myocardial ischemia.

A rare group of dysraphic abnormality characterized by anatomical anomaly of the filum. The filum lacks its normal characteristics (thin, loose extension of the pia mater under the termination of the spinal cord).

A group of rare congenital mitral malformations characterized by anomalies of the chordae tendineae and papillary muscles. This comprises anomalous mitral arcade or hammock valve (due to thickened and extremely short chordae tendineae), straddling valve (abnormal attachment of the chordae tendineae to both ventricles), and parachute valve (unifocal attachment of the chordae tendineae to a single or fused papillary muscle), resulting in an incompetent valve with regurgitation and/or stenosis and

A group of rare congenital tricuspid malformations characterized by anomalies of the chordae tendineae and papillary muscles, including aberrant chordae tendineae, straddling valve (abnormal attachment of the chordae tendineae to both ventricles), and parachute valve (unifocal attachment of the chordae tendineae to a single or fused papillary muscle), resulting in an incompetent valve with regurgitation and/or stenosis and impaired right ventricular inflow, potentially leading to heart failure.

This disease is described under Isolated congenital anonychia

A rare ectodermal dysplasia syndrome characterized by anonychia congenita totalis or rudimentary nails, macular hyper- and/or hypopigmentation (particularly affecting groins, axillae and breasts), coarse scalp hair (that becomes markedly thinned in early adult life), dry palmoplantar skin with distorted epidermal ridges and sore, cracked soles, and hypohidrosis. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1975.

A multiple congenital anomaly disorder characterized by anonychia congenita totalis and microcephaly, and normal intelligence along with some minor anomalies including single transverse palmar creases, fifth-finger clinodactyly and widely-spaced teeth.

This disease is described under Isolated congenital anonychia

A very rare multiple congenital anomaly syndrome characterized by the presence of anophthalmia or severe microphthalmia, cleft lip/palate, facial cleft and sacral neural tube defects, along with various additional anomalies including congenital glaucoma, iris coloboma, primary hyperplastic vitreous, hypertelorism, low-set ears, clinodactyly, choanal atresia/stenosis, dysgenesis of sacrum, tethering of spinal cord, syringomyelia, hypoplasia of corpus callosum, cerebral ventriculomegaly and endocr

A rare multiple congenital anomalies syndrome, reported in the offsprings of a consanguineous couple and characterized by multiple congenital skeletal (dolichocephaly, skull asymmetry, camptodactyly, clubfoot), muscular (muscle hypoplasia), ocular (anophthalmia, buphthalmos, retinal detachment, aniridia) and cardiac (prolapse of tricuspid valves, mitral and tricuspid insufficiency) abnormalities. An autosomal recessive inheritance with variable expressivity was suspected. There have been no furt

A syndrome that belongs to the group of syndromic microphthalmias and is characterized by the association of uni- or bilateral anophthalmia or microphthalmia, and esophageal atresia with or without trachoesophageal fistula.

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A serious eating disorder characterized by restriction of energy intake leading to significantly low body weight, intense fear of gaining weight, and distorted body image. It has the highest mortality rate of any mental health disorder.

A congenital malformation of the external ear and the most extreme form of microtia characterized by the complete absence of the external ear and auditory canal, conductive hearing loss, attention deficit disorders and delayed language development.

A rare, genetic, dermis disorder characterized by bilateral, fairly symmetrical, antecubital webbing extending from distal third of humerus to proximal third of forearm, associated with musculoskeletal abnormalities (i.e. absent long head of triceps, bilateral posterior dislocation of the radial head and hypoplasia of the olecranon processes) and absent skin creases over the terminal interphalangeal joints of fingers, clinically manifesting with moderate to severe elbow extension and supination

This disease is described under Multiminicore myopathy

A chronic neuropathic pain syndrome of the abdominal wall caused by entrapment of anterior cutaneous branches of 7 to 12th intercostal nerves along the lateral border of the anterior rectus abdominis fascia causing severe pain and tenderness of the involved dermatome.

A rare genetic multiple congenital anomalies/dysmorphic syndrome characterized by the association of severe intellectual disability, strabismus, and anterior maxillary protrusion with vertical maxillary excess, open bite, and prominent crowded teeth. Mild cochlear hearing loss has been reported in addition.

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A rare, congenital, fetal lower urinary tract obstruction (LUTO) anomaly occurring in males and characterized by a posteriorly directed semilunar fold arising from the floor of the anterior urethra and causing urethral obstruction during micturition. The valves may be located anywhere distal to the membranous urethra. Clinical presentation is highly variable, depending on age and degree of urinary obstruction, and includes urinary incontinence, urinary retention, weak urinary stream, post-mictur

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A rare, fulminant small vessel vasculitis that affects the capillary beds of the kidneys and lungs and characterized by the presence of anti-glomerular basement membrane (GBM) and, in its full-blown form, anti-alveolar basement membrane (ABM) antibodies. Consequently, it may manifest as a rapidly progressive, isolated glomerulonephritis (anti-GBM nephritis) or as a pulmonary-renal syndrome with severe lung hemorrhage.

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Abnormal widening of the aorta that can rupture causing massive internal bleeding and death. Often asymptomatic until rupture occurs.

A developmental anomaly characterized at birth by the presence of right-sided aortic arch, craniofacial dysmorphism (microcephaly, asymmetric, facial bones, broad forehead, borderline hypertelorism, nasal septum deviation, large nasal cavity, large, posteriorly rotated ears, and microstomia with downturned corners), and intellectual disability. These features were observed in 4 members of one family, involving 2 successive generations, suggesting an autosomal dominant mode of transmission. There

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A rare heart defect characterized by complete lack of anatomical continuity between the transverse aortic arch and the descending thoracic aorta. AAI should be distinguished anatomically from atresia of the aortic arch where continuity between these segments is achieved by an imperforate fibrous strand of various lengths.

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This disease is described under Aorto-ventricular tunnel

This disease is described under Aorto-ventricular tunnel

A congenital, extracardiac channel which connects the ascending aorta above the sinotubular junction to the cavity of the left, or (less commonly) right ventricle.

An extremely rare congenital limb malformation syndrome, described in only 3 patients to date,characterized by the association of hypoplasia or aplasia of the hand and foot phalanges, hemivertebrae and various urogenital and/or intestinal abnormalities (i.e. dysgenesis of the urogenital tract and rectum). There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1991.

An extremely rare malformation syndrome characterized by the association of partial distal aphalangia with syndactyly, duplication of metatarsal IV, microcephaly, and mild intellectual disability.

A rare, genetic, multiple congenital anomalies/dysmorphic syndrome characterized by moderate to severe intellectual disability, congenital aphonia, hearing loss, optic atrophy, retinal dystrophy, broad thumbs and duplicated halluces. Facial dysmorphism (incl. thick eyebrows, ptosis, long, downslanting palpebral fissures, microstomia, low-set, posteriorly rotated ears) and genital abnormalities are also associated.

A rare skin disorder characterized by localized absence of skin that is usually located on the scalp but can occur anywhere on the body including the face, trunk and extremities. Aplasia cutis congenita (ACC) may occasionally be associated with other anomalies.

An extremely rare association syndrome, described in only two brothers to date (one of which died at 2 months of age), characterized by aplasia cutis congenita of the vertex and generalized edema (as well as hypoproteinemia and lymphopenia) due to intestinal lymphangiectasia. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1985.

A rare disorder characterised by the association of aplasia cutis congenita with high myopia, congenital nystagmus and cone-rod dysfunction. It has been described in two siblings (brother and sister).

A rare autosomal dominant disorder characterized by aplasia, atresia or hypoplasia of the lacrimal and salivary glands leading to varying features since infancy such as recurrent eye infections, irritable eyes, epiphora, xerostomia, dental caries, dental erosion and oral inflammation.

A rare constitutional aplastic anemia characterized by aplastic anemia, intellectual disability, short stature and microcephaly. Skin pigmentation or cafe au lait spots are often present. Majority of the patients present global developmental delay with impaired motor skills, learning disabilities, speech delay whereas some patients also may have behavioral problems including autistic features. Patients often develop premalignant myelodysplastic syndromes or leukemia.

A developmental disorder affecting premature infants, likely secondary to an immaturity of respiratory control resulting in idiopathic pauses in breathing often associated with reduced heart rate and arterial blood oxygen levels. It may be exacerbated by concurrent neonatal diseases.

A rare lipoprotein metabolism disorder characterized biochemically by complete absence of apolipoprotein AI and extremely low plasma high density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, and clinically by corneal opacities and xanthomas complicated with premature coronary heart disease (CHD).

A rare form of pseudohyperaldosteronism characterized by very early-onset and severe hypertension, associated with low renin levels and hypoaldosteronism.

This disease is described under Aprosencephaly/atelencephaly spectrum

A rare genetic non-syndromic central nervous system malformation characterized by absence of the telencephalon and absent or abnormal diencephalic structures, combined with severe abnormalities of the mesencephalon and cerebellum. Further malformations, for example of the hands and feet, have been described in addition.

A group of rare central nervous system malformations characterized by varying degrees of absence or dysplasia of the derivatives of the prosencephalon (i.e. telencephalon and diencephalon), with an intact cranial vault. The spectrum comprises atelencephaly, the less severe form, in which only the telencephalon is affected, and aprosencephaly, where the diencephalon is also involved. The malformations may occur in an isolated form or in association with other anomalies.

A rare skin disease characterized by transient wrinkling of the skin, edema, formation of whitish papules, pruritus, burning sensation, or pain, on the palms and/or soles in response to contact with water. Duration of exposure and water temperature affect the rate of development and intensity of the lesions. The condition is more common in females than in males and frequently occurs in patients with cystic fibrosis.

A multiple congenital developmental anomalies syndrome characterized by arachnodactyly of fingers and toes associated with craniofacial dysmorphism (including abnormal cranial ossification, frontal bossing, flat calvaria, shallow deformed orbits resulting in exophthalmos, midface hypoplasia and micrognathia), feeding difficulties in infancy, infantile muscular hypotonia, and developmental delay leading to intellectual disability.

A rare multiple congenital anomalies/dysmorphic syndrome characterized by facial dysmorphism (brachycephaly, long, narrow, triangular face, prominent forehead, hypertelorism, flat philtrum, microstomia, thin lips, hypoplastic maxilla), marfanoid habitus with arachnodactyly, and moderate to severe intellectual disability. Additional features may include clinodactyly, triphalangeal thumbs, hammer-shaped toes, hyperextensible joints, hypotonia, hyperreflexia and underdeveloped musculature. Delayed

A disorder with extraparenchymal cysts, intra-arachnoidal collections of fluid, the composition of which is close to that of cerebrospinal fluid. They are often asymptomatic.

A chronic inflammation of the arachnoid layer of the meninges, of which adhesive arachnoiditis is the most severe form, characterized by debilitating, intractable neurogenic back and limb pain and a range of other neurological problems.

A rare genetic ectodermal dysplasia syndrome characterized by lipoatrophic diabetes, mild craniofacial dysmorphism (such as pronounced antitragal incisura and mandibular prognathism), ectodermal dysplasia (generalized hypotrichosis and dental and nail abnormalities), hypoplasia or aplasia of the breasts, and urogenital/renal anomalies. Additional reported manifestations include skeletal abnormalities and hepatosplenomegaly. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1992.

Central diabetes insipidus (CDI) is a hypothalamus-pituitary disease characterized by polyuria and polydipsia due to a vasopressin (AVP) deficiency. It can be inherited or acquired (hereditary CDI and acquired CDI).

A rare, genetic renal tubular disease that is characterized by polyuria with polydipsia, recurrent bouts of fever, constipation, and acute hypernatremic dehydration after birth that may cause neurological sequelae.

A rare, genetic, renal tubular disease characterised by nephrogenic diabetes insipidus, intracerebral calcifications, intellectual disability, short stature and facial dysmorphism. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1990.

A rare dermatosis, which can be either localized or generalized, that occurs after prolonged contact and absorption of silver containing compounds over a period of years and that is characterized by irreversible blue-gray to gray-black staining of skin, fingernails and/or mucous membranes, most evident on sun exposed areas of the skin. Silver exposure is usually occupational but may also occur through dental amalgams, the ingestion of colloidal silver, acupuncture needles, orthopedic implants an

A rare, genetic endocrine disease characterized by increased levels of estrogen due to elevated extraglandular aromatase activity. Males present with heterosexual precocious puberty which manifests with pre- or peripubertal onset of gynecomastia, premature growth spurt, accelerated bone maturation resulting in decreased adult stature, and may present mild hypogonadotropic hypogonadism. Female patients may have isosexual precocious puberty or not have any manifestations at all.

A rare, severe, genetic neurometabolic disorder associated with clinical manifestations related to impaired synthesis of dopamine, noradrenaline, adrenaline and serotonin. Clinical manifestations are typically characterized by early-onset muscular hypotonia, movement disorders (oculogyric crisis, dystonia), developmental delay, ptosis and non-motor symptoms (sleep disturbance, irritability, excessive sweating, and nasal congestion).

A rare association syndrome, reported in several members of two families to date, characterized by arterial dissection, occurring at an early age and presenting with a range of manifestations depending on the vascular territory involved (ex. headache, dysphasia, hemiparesis), in association with cystic medial necrosis and multiple lentigines (brown and black in color and mainly affecting the skin of the trunk and extremities).

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A form of thoracic outlet syndrome that presents as unilateral upper extremity ischemia.

A rare autosomal recessive connective tissue disorder characterized by tortuosity and elongation of the large and medium-sized arteries and a propensity towards aneurysm formation, vascular dissection, and stenosis of the pulmonary arteries.

A form of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) characterized by congenital bilateral hip dislocation, severe generalized joint hypermobility with recurrent joint dislocations and subluxations, hyperextensible and/or fragile skin.

A group of disorders characterized by congenital limb contractures manifesting as limitation of movement of multiple limb joints at birth that is usually non-progressive and may include muscle weakness and fibrosis. This disorder is always associated with decreased intrauterine fetal movement which leads secondarily to the contractures.

An extremely rare type of arthrogryposis multiplex congenita characterized by the combination of multiple joint contractures with movement limitation, microstomia with a whistling appearance of the mouth that may cause feeding, swallowing, and speech difficulties, a distinctive expressionless facies, severe developmental delay, central and autonomous nervous system dysfunction (excessive salivation, temperature instability, myoclonic epileptic fits, bradycardia), occasionally Pierre-Robin sequen

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A rare arthrogryposis syndrome characterized by the association of arthrogryposis multiplex congenita and a severe form of motor neuron disease with loss of anterior horn cells in the spinal cord. Patients present with fetal akinesia deformation sequence with multiple contractures and facial anomalies, such as low-set ears, hypoplastic jaw, and short neck, as well as hypotonia and respiratory insufficiency. Some patients may survive into childhood and show developmental delay, markedly decreased

A rare, genetic developmental defect during embryogenesis syndrome characterized by camptodactyly, joint contractures with amyotrophy, and ectodermal anomalies (oligodontia, enamel abnormalities, longitudinally broken nails, hypohidrotic skin with tendency to excessive bruising and scarring after injuries and scratching), as well as growth retardation, kyphoscoliosis, mild facial dysmorphism, and microcephaly. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1992.

A rare arthrogryposis syndrome characterized by the association of multiple congenital joint contractures (of the large joints, fingers and toes) and hyperkeratosis (i.e. thick, scaling and fissured skin), with death occurring in early infancy. There have been no further reports in the literature since 1993.

A rare syndrome characterized by an arthrogryposis-like hand anomaly and sensorineural deafness. It has been described in only one family. Male-to-male transmission was observed.

An inherited developmental defect syndrome characterized by multiple congenital contractures of limbs, without primary neurologic and/or muscle disease that affects limb function, and ocular anomalies (ptosis, external ophthalmoplegia and/or strabismus). Intelligence is normal.

A rare, multisystem disorder, characterized by neurogenic arthrogryposis multiplex congenita, renal tubular dysfunction and neonatal cholestasis with low serum gamma-glutamyl transferase activity.

Distal arthrogryposis type 4 is an inherited developmental defect syndrome characterized by multiple congenital contractures of limbs, without primary neurologic and/or muscle disease that affects limb function, and a mild to severe scoliosis. Intelligence is normal.

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A rare pneumoconiosis caused by exposure to asbestos particles. Symptoms may appear many years after exposure and include progressive dyspnea on exertion, dry cough, chest pain, tightness, inspiratory crackles, clubbing of the fingers. Later complications include mesothelioma and lung cancers.

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A very rare syndrome characterized by a combination of blepharochalasis, double lip, and non-toxic thyroid enlargement (seen in 10-50% of cases), although the occurrence of all three signs at presentation is uncommon. Hypertrophy of the mucosal zone of the lip with persistence of the horizontal sulcus between cutaneous and mucosal zones gives an appearance of double lip, with the upper lip being frequently involved. Blepharochalasis, or episodic edema of eyelid, appears around puberty, is presen

A rare autoinflammatory disorder characterized by recurrent attacks of fever and sterile abscesses.

A rare, acquired uterine disease characterized by intrauterine adhesions associated with a history of curettage or intrauterine surgery and gynecological symptoms (secondary amenorrhea, hypomenorrhea, pelvic pain, infertility or pregnancy loss).

A rare infectious disease caused by inhalation of the opportunistic fungus <i>aspergillus</i> that can lead to the following manifestations: allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA), aspergilloma, chronic necrotizing pulmonary aspergillosis (CNPA), and invasive aspergillosis (IA). Aspergilloma occurs in patients with cavitary lung disease and results in a fungal mass with variable clinical presentations from asymptomatic to life-threatening (massive hemoptysis). CNPA manifests as subacute

Chronic inflammatory airway disease causing recurrent episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, and coughing. Triggered by allergens, exercise, or environmental factors.

A rare, lethal skeletal dysplasia characterized by short limbed dwarfism, osteogenesis imperfecta, and punctate calcification within cartilage. It has been described in less than ten cases.

A very rare glial neoplasm of the central nervous system, most often with an intra-axial peripheral supratentorial location in one hemisphere of the frontal or parietal lobes and usually presenting in infants and young adults with symptoms of vomiting, loss of consciousness, epileptic seizures and headaches.

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A rare genetic syndromic intellectual disability characterized by global developmental delay, intellectual disability, infantile or childhood onset of progressive ataxia, and bilateral sensorineural hearing impairment. Variable features include signs of upper and lower motor neuron disease, peripheral neuropathy, myopathic facies, lower limb muscle wasting, and heel contractures. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1993.

A very rare autosomal recessive, slowly progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the triad of cerebellar ataxia (that generally manifests at adolescence or early adulthood), chorioretinal dystrophy, which may have a later onset (up to the fifth-sixth decade) leading to variable degrees of visual impairment, and hypogonadotropic hypogonadism (delayed puberty and lack of secondary sex characteristics). Ataxia-hypogonadism-choroidal dystrophy syndrome belongs to a clinical continuum

A rare neuro-ophthalmological disease characterized by nonprogressive cerebellar ataxia, delayed motor and language development and intellectual disability, in addition to ophthalmological abnormalities (e.g. oculomotor apraxia, strabismus, amblyopia, retinal dystrophy and myopia). Cerebellar cysts, cerebellar dysplasia and cerebellar vermis hypoplasia, seen on magnetic resonance imaging, are also characteristic of the disease.

A rare autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxia, characterized by progressive cerebellar ataxia associated with oculomotor apraxia, severe neuropathy, and hypoalbuminemia.

A rare genetic disease characterized by cerebellar ataxia, cytopenias and predisposition to bone marrow failure and myeloid leukaemia. Neurologic features variably include slowly progressive cerebellar ataxia or balance impairment with cerebellar atrophy and periventricular white matter T2 hyperintensities in brain MRI, horizontal and vertical nystagmus, dysmetria, dysarthria, pyramidal tract signs and reduced nerve conduction velocity. Hematological abnormalities are variable and may be intermi

A rare, genetic, multiple congenital anomalies/dysmorphic syndrome characterized by cerebellar-like ataxia, photosensitivity (mainly of the face and trunk), short stature and intellectual disability. Additonal features include clinodactyly, single palmar transverse crease, high-arched palate, pseudohypertrophy of the calves and aortic valve lesions. There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1983.

A rare hereditary ataxia characterized by simultaneous onset and development of cerebellar ataxia and chorioretinal degeneration (including macular degeneration, advancing choroidal sclerosis, punctata albescens, and retinitis pigmentosa). There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1963.

A rare, genetic, persistent combined dystonia characterized by clinical signs similar to ataxia-telangiectasia but with a later (usually adulthood) onset and slower progression. Patients typically present extrapyramidal signs, such as resting tremor, choreathetosis, and dystonia, as the initial symptoms and later often develop mild cerebellar ataxia (with gait usually preserved). Telangiectasia and immunodeficiency may be absent but secondary features of ataxia-telangiectasia, such as risk of ma

A rare genetic disease characterized by slowly progressive cerebellar degeneration resulting in ataxia, oculomotor apraxia, and other cerebellar symptoms. There is an increased frequency of spontaneous chromosomal aberrations, as well as hypersensitivity to ionizing radiation, while telangiectasia is absent.

This disease is described under Aprosencephaly/atelencephaly spectrum

A Pierre Robin syndrome associated with bone disease characterized by severe short-limbed dwarfism, joint dislocations, club feet along with distinctive facies and radiographic findings.

A rare, lethal perinatal bone dysplasia characterized by limb shortening, normal sized skull with cleft palate, hitchhiker thumbs, distinctive facial dysmorphism and radiographic skeletal features, caused by mutations in the diastrophic dysplasia sulfate transporter gene.

A rare skeletal dysplasia characterized by short limbs dysmorphic facies and diagnostic radiographic findings.

A rare, genetic, neurological disorder characterized by horizontal gaze palsy, sensorineural deafness, central hypoventilation, developmental delay, and intellectual disability, described in persons of Athabascan American Indian heritage. Swallowing dysfunction, vocal cord paralysis, facial paresis, seizures, internal carotid artery, and cardiac outflow tract anomalies may be additionally observed. No dysmorphic facial features are associated.

A rare, severe, circulatory system disease characterized by premature, diffuse, severe atherosclerosis (including the aorta and renal, coronary, and cerebral arteries), sensorineural deafness, diabetes mellitus, progressive neurological deterioration with cerebellar symptoms and photomyoclonic seizures, and progressive nephropathy. Partial deficiency of mitochondrial complexes III and IV in the kidney and fibroblasts (but not in muscle) may be associated. There have been no further descriptions

A rare form of thyroid dysgenesis characterized by complete absence of thyroid tissue that results in primary congenital hypothyroidism, a permanent thyroid deficiency that is present from birth.

A rare X-linked syndromic intellectual disability characterized by variable intellectual deficit, macrocephaly, short stature, and facial dysmorphism (such as prominent forehead, prominent supraorbital ridges, hypertelorism, downslanting palpebral fissures, broad nasal tip, anteverted nostrils, thick lower lip, and localized microdontia). Additional reported features include seizures, post-pubertal macroorchidism, obesity, and short, broad hands with tapered fingers.

A rare, chronic allergic disease of the cornea and conjunctiva occurring in all age groups, characterized by severe itching and burning sensation, conjunctival injection, photophobia and edema with serious cases leading to ulceration of the cornea which can result in blindness. It is often associated with atopic dermatitis.

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A rare fetal lower urinary tract obstruction (LUTO) characterized by closure or failure to develop an opening in the urethra and resulting in obstructive uropathy presenting <i>in utero</i> as megacystis, oligohydramnios or anhydramnios, and potter sequence.

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Irregular heart rhythm increasing stroke risk and causing palpitations, shortness of breath, and fatigue. Most common cardiac arrhythmia.

A rare congenital non-syndromic heart malformation characterized by an abnormal protrusion of the interatrial septum into the right or left atrium, or both, during the cardiorespiratory cycle. The defect may be limited to the fossa ovalis or involve the entire septum. It can present as an isolated finding but is more often associated with interatrial shunts, in particular patent foramen ovale. Clinically it increases the risk of peripheral arterial embolism and stroke.

An extremely rare genetic congenital heart disease characterized by the presence of atrial septal defect, mostly of the ostium secundum type, associated with conduction anomalies like atrioventricular block, atrial fibrillation or right bundle branch block.

This disease is described under Interatrial communication

This disease is described under Interatrial communication

This disease is described under Interatrial communication

This disease is described under Interatrial communication

A rare inherited form of alopecia characterized by irreversible hair loss during the neonatal period on all hear-bearing areas of the body, later associated with the development of papular lesions all over the body and preferentially on the face and extensor surfaces of the extremities.