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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Hecht Scott syndrome | |||
| synonyms = [[Distal arthrogryposis]] type 5 | |||
| field = [[Medical genetics]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Arthrogryposis]], [[scoliosis]], [[ptosis (eyelid)]], [[ophthalmoplegia]] | |||
| onset = [[Congenital]] | |||
| duration = [[Lifelong]] | |||
| causes = [[Genetic mutation]] | |||
| risks = [[Family history]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical evaluation]], [[genetic testing]] | |||
| differential = [[Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita]], [[Freeman-Sheldon syndrome]] | |||
| treatment = [[Physical therapy]], [[orthopedic surgery]] | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Hecht Scott syndrome''' is a rare genetic disorder characterized by delayed development, intellectual disability, distinctive facial features, and skeletal abnormalities. | '''Hecht Scott syndrome''' is a rare genetic disorder characterized by delayed development, intellectual disability, distinctive facial features, and skeletal abnormalities. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of Hecht Scott syndrome include: | The symptoms of Hecht Scott syndrome include: | ||
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* Distinctive [[facial features]] | * Distinctive [[facial features]] | ||
* [[Skeletal abnormalities]] | * [[Skeletal abnormalities]] | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Hecht Scott syndrome is caused by mutations in the [[gene]]s that are involved in the development of the brain and the skeletal system. | Hecht Scott syndrome is caused by mutations in the [[gene]]s that are involved in the development of the brain and the skeletal system. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of Hecht Scott syndrome is based on the clinical symptoms and confirmed by [[genetic testing]]. | The diagnosis of Hecht Scott syndrome is based on the clinical symptoms and confirmed by [[genetic testing]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment of Hecht Scott syndrome is symptomatic and supportive. This may include [[physical therapy]], [[occupational therapy]], and [[speech therapy]]. | The treatment of Hecht Scott syndrome is symptomatic and supportive. This may include [[physical therapy]], [[occupational therapy]], and [[speech therapy]]. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis of Hecht Scott syndrome varies depending on the severity of the symptoms. Some individuals with this syndrome may have a normal lifespan, while others may have a shortened lifespan due to complications from the disorder. | The prognosis of Hecht Scott syndrome varies depending on the severity of the symptoms. Some individuals with this syndrome may have a normal lifespan, while others may have a shortened lifespan due to complications from the disorder. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Genetic disorders]] | * [[Genetic disorders]] | ||
* [[Developmental disorders]] | * [[Developmental disorders]] | ||
* [[Skeletal disorders]] | * [[Skeletal disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Genetic disorders]] | [[Category:Genetic disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Developmental disorders]] | [[Category:Developmental disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Skeletal disorders]] | [[Category:Skeletal disorders]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 23:35, 3 April 2025
| Hecht Scott syndrome | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Distal arthrogryposis type 5 |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Arthrogryposis, scoliosis, ptosis (eyelid), ophthalmoplegia |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Congenital |
| Duration | Lifelong |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic mutation |
| Risks | Family history |
| Diagnosis | Clinical evaluation, genetic testing |
| Differential diagnosis | Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita, Freeman-Sheldon syndrome |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Physical therapy, orthopedic surgery |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hecht Scott syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by delayed development, intellectual disability, distinctive facial features, and skeletal abnormalities.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of Hecht Scott syndrome include:
Causes[edit]
Hecht Scott syndrome is caused by mutations in the genes that are involved in the development of the brain and the skeletal system.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of Hecht Scott syndrome is based on the clinical symptoms and confirmed by genetic testing.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of Hecht Scott syndrome is symptomatic and supportive. This may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis of Hecht Scott syndrome varies depending on the severity of the symptoms. Some individuals with this syndrome may have a normal lifespan, while others may have a shortened lifespan due to complications from the disorder.
