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{{Infobox medical condition
| name            = Cat eye syndrome
| synonyms        = Schmid–Fraccaro syndrome
| field          = [[Medical genetics]]
| symptoms        = [[Coloboma]], [[anal atresia]], [[heart defects]], [[kidney malformations]]
| complications  = [[Developmental delay]], [[intellectual disability]]
| onset          = Congenital
| duration        = Lifelong
| causes          = [[Chromosomal abnormality]]
| risks          = Genetic predisposition
| diagnosis      = [[Karyotype]], [[genetic testing]]
| differential    = [[Down syndrome]], [[Turner syndrome]]
| treatment      = Symptomatic management, [[surgery]]
| prognosis      = Variable, depends on severity of symptoms
| frequency      = Rare, estimated 1 in 50,000 to 150,000 live births
}}
{{Short description|A rare chromosomal disorder}}
{{Short description|A rare chromosomal disorder}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
'''Cat eye syndrome''' (CES), also known as '''Schmid-Fraccaro syndrome''', is a rare [[genetic disorder]] characterized by the presence of a small extra chromosome derived from chromosome 22. This condition is named for the distinctive eye appearance that some affected individuals exhibit, although not all individuals with the syndrome have this feature.
'''Cat eye syndrome''' (CES), also known as '''Schmid-Fraccaro syndrome''', is a rare [[genetic disorder]] characterized by the presence of a small extra chromosome derived from chromosome 22. This condition is named for the distinctive eye appearance that some affected individuals exhibit, although not all individuals with the syndrome have this feature.
==Genetics==
==Genetics==
Cat eye syndrome is caused by the presence of an extra chromosome fragment, known as a supernumerary marker chromosome, which contains duplicated material from chromosome 22. This extra genetic material can lead to a variety of developmental abnormalities. The syndrome is typically sporadic, meaning it usually occurs as a new mutation and is not inherited from a parent.
Cat eye syndrome is caused by the presence of an extra chromosome fragment, known as a supernumerary marker chromosome, which contains duplicated material from chromosome 22. This extra genetic material can lead to a variety of developmental abnormalities. The syndrome is typically sporadic, meaning it usually occurs as a new mutation and is not inherited from a parent.
==Clinical Features==
==Clinical Features==
The clinical presentation of cat eye syndrome can vary widely among affected individuals. Common features include:
The clinical presentation of cat eye syndrome can vary widely among affected individuals. Common features include:
* [[Coloboma]] of the iris, which gives the eyes a "cat-like" appearance.
* [[Coloboma]] of the iris, which gives the eyes a "cat-like" appearance.
* [[Anal atresia]], a condition where the opening to the anus is missing or blocked.
* [[Anal atresia]], a condition where the opening to the anus is missing or blocked.
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* [[Renal]] malformations, which can affect kidney function.
* [[Renal]] malformations, which can affect kidney function.
* [[Skeletal]] abnormalities, such as scoliosis or limb defects.
* [[Skeletal]] abnormalities, such as scoliosis or limb defects.
==Diagnosis==
==Diagnosis==
Diagnosis of cat eye syndrome is typically made through [[chromosomal analysis]], such as [[karyotyping]] or [[fluorescence in situ hybridization]] (FISH), which can identify the presence of the extra chromosome 22 material. Genetic counseling is recommended for affected families.
Diagnosis of cat eye syndrome is typically made through [[chromosomal analysis]], such as [[karyotyping]] or [[fluorescence in situ hybridization]] (FISH), which can identify the presence of the extra chromosome 22 material. Genetic counseling is recommended for affected families.
==Management==
==Management==
There is no cure for cat eye syndrome, and treatment is symptomatic and supportive. Management may involve:
There is no cure for cat eye syndrome, and treatment is symptomatic and supportive. Management may involve:
* Surgical correction of anatomical abnormalities, such as anal atresia or heart defects.
* Surgical correction of anatomical abnormalities, such as anal atresia or heart defects.
* Regular monitoring and treatment of kidney function.
* Regular monitoring and treatment of kidney function.
* Developmental support and educational interventions for children with learning difficulties.
* Developmental support and educational interventions for children with learning difficulties.
* Regular ophthalmologic evaluations for eye abnormalities.
* Regular ophthalmologic evaluations for eye abnormalities.
==Prognosis==
==Prognosis==
The prognosis for individuals with cat eye syndrome varies depending on the severity of symptoms and the presence of associated anomalies. With appropriate medical care and interventions, many individuals can lead relatively normal lives.
The prognosis for individuals with cat eye syndrome varies depending on the severity of symptoms and the presence of associated anomalies. With appropriate medical care and interventions, many individuals can lead relatively normal lives.
==Related pages==
==Related pages==
* [[Chromosome 22]]
* [[Chromosome 22]]
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* [[Coloboma]]
* [[Coloboma]]
* [[Congenital heart defect]]
* [[Congenital heart defect]]
[[Category:Genetic disorders]]
[[Category:Genetic disorders]]
[[Category:Rare diseases]]
[[Category:Rare diseases]]
[[Category:Syndromes]]
[[Category:Syndromes]]

Latest revision as of 02:46, 4 April 2025


Cat eye syndrome
Synonyms Schmid–Fraccaro syndrome
Pronounce N/A
Specialty N/A
Symptoms Coloboma, anal atresia, heart defects, kidney malformations
Complications Developmental delay, intellectual disability
Onset Congenital
Duration Lifelong
Types N/A
Causes Chromosomal abnormality
Risks Genetic predisposition
Diagnosis Karyotype, genetic testing
Differential diagnosis Down syndrome, Turner syndrome
Prevention N/A
Treatment Symptomatic management, surgery
Medication N/A
Prognosis Variable, depends on severity of symptoms
Frequency Rare, estimated 1 in 50,000 to 150,000 live births
Deaths N/A


A rare chromosomal disorder


Cat eye syndrome (CES), also known as Schmid-Fraccaro syndrome, is a rare genetic disorder characterized by the presence of a small extra chromosome derived from chromosome 22. This condition is named for the distinctive eye appearance that some affected individuals exhibit, although not all individuals with the syndrome have this feature.

Genetics[edit]

Cat eye syndrome is caused by the presence of an extra chromosome fragment, known as a supernumerary marker chromosome, which contains duplicated material from chromosome 22. This extra genetic material can lead to a variety of developmental abnormalities. The syndrome is typically sporadic, meaning it usually occurs as a new mutation and is not inherited from a parent.

Clinical Features[edit]

The clinical presentation of cat eye syndrome can vary widely among affected individuals. Common features include:

  • Coloboma of the iris, which gives the eyes a "cat-like" appearance.
  • Anal atresia, a condition where the opening to the anus is missing or blocked.
  • Ear abnormalities, such as preauricular tags or pits.
  • Congenital heart defects, which may include tetralogy of Fallot or other structural heart anomalies.
  • Renal malformations, which can affect kidney function.
  • Skeletal abnormalities, such as scoliosis or limb defects.

Diagnosis[edit]

Diagnosis of cat eye syndrome is typically made through chromosomal analysis, such as karyotyping or fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), which can identify the presence of the extra chromosome 22 material. Genetic counseling is recommended for affected families.

Management[edit]

There is no cure for cat eye syndrome, and treatment is symptomatic and supportive. Management may involve:

  • Surgical correction of anatomical abnormalities, such as anal atresia or heart defects.
  • Regular monitoring and treatment of kidney function.
  • Developmental support and educational interventions for children with learning difficulties.
  • Regular ophthalmologic evaluations for eye abnormalities.

Prognosis[edit]

The prognosis for individuals with cat eye syndrome varies depending on the severity of symptoms and the presence of associated anomalies. With appropriate medical care and interventions, many individuals can lead relatively normal lives.

Related pages[edit]