Phenotypic spectrum of CHARGE syndrome with CHD7 mutations.

Aramaki, Michihiko; Udaka, Toru; Kosaki, Rika; Makita, Yoshio; Okamoto, Nobuhiko; Yoshihashi, Hiroshi; Oki, Hirotaka; Nanao, Kenji et al. · J Pediatr · 2006

case_series · Level IV

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Abstract

CHD7 gene mutations were identified in 17 (71%) of 24 children clinically diagnosed to have CHARGE syndrome (C, coloboma of the iris or retina; H, heart defects; A, atresia of the choanae; R, retardation of growth and/or development; G, genital anomalies; and E, ear abnormalities). Colobomata, hearing loss, laryngomalacia, and vestibulo-cochlear defect were prevalent. Molecular testing for CHD7 enables an accurate diagnosis and provides health anticipatory guidance and genetic counseling to families with CHARGE syndrome.

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