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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = TAN syndrome | |||
| synonyms = Thalamic Anterior Nucleus syndrome | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Memory loss]], [[confusion]], [[disorientation]] | |||
| complications = [[Cognitive impairment]] | |||
| onset = Sudden | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = [[Thalamic stroke]], [[thalamic infarction]] | |||
| risks = [[Hypertension]], [[diabetes mellitus]], [[hyperlipidemia]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[MRI]], [[CT scan]] | |||
| differential = [[Wernicke's encephalopathy]], [[Korsakoff syndrome]] | |||
| treatment = [[Rehabilitation therapy]], [[cognitive therapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on extent of damage | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''TAN Syndrome''' is a rare medical condition characterized by [[Thrombocytopenia]], [[Absent radius]], and [[Neutropenia]]. It is a genetic disorder that affects the development of certain body parts. | '''TAN Syndrome''' is a rare medical condition characterized by [[Thrombocytopenia]], [[Absent radius]], and [[Neutropenia]]. It is a genetic disorder that affects the development of certain body parts. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The main symptoms of TAN Syndrome include: | The main symptoms of TAN Syndrome include: | ||
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* [[Absent radius]]: This refers to the absence of the radius bone in the forearm. This can result in a variety of physical abnormalities, including a shortened arm and limited mobility of the hand. | * [[Absent radius]]: This refers to the absence of the radius bone in the forearm. This can result in a variety of physical abnormalities, including a shortened arm and limited mobility of the hand. | ||
* [[Neutropenia]]: This is a condition characterized by a low number of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell that fights infection. This can result in an increased susceptibility to infections. | * [[Neutropenia]]: This is a condition characterized by a low number of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell that fights infection. This can result in an increased susceptibility to infections. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
TAN Syndrome is a genetic disorder, which means it is caused by abnormalities in a person's genes. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner, which means both parents must carry a copy of the mutated gene for a child to be affected. | TAN Syndrome is a genetic disorder, which means it is caused by abnormalities in a person's genes. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner, which means both parents must carry a copy of the mutated gene for a child to be affected. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of TAN Syndrome is typically made based on the presence of the characteristic symptoms. Genetic testing can confirm the diagnosis. | The diagnosis of TAN Syndrome is typically made based on the presence of the characteristic symptoms. Genetic testing can confirm the diagnosis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
There is currently no cure for TAN Syndrome. Treatment is aimed at managing the symptoms and may include blood transfusions for thrombocytopenia, antibiotics for infections due to neutropenia, and physical therapy or surgery for abnormalities related to the absent radius. | There is currently no cure for TAN Syndrome. Treatment is aimed at managing the symptoms and may include blood transfusions for thrombocytopenia, antibiotics for infections due to neutropenia, and physical therapy or surgery for abnormalities related to the absent radius. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Genetic Disorders]] | * [[Genetic Disorders]] | ||
* [[Thrombocytopenia]] | * [[Thrombocytopenia]] | ||
* [[Neutropenia]] | * [[Neutropenia]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Medical Conditions]] | [[Category:Medical Conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Genetic Disorders]] | [[Category:Genetic Disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Rare Diseases]] | [[Category:Rare Diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 23:10, 3 April 2025
| TAN syndrome | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Thalamic Anterior Nucleus syndrome |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Memory loss, confusion, disorientation |
| Complications | Cognitive impairment |
| Onset | Sudden |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Thalamic stroke, thalamic infarction |
| Risks | Hypertension, diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia |
| Diagnosis | MRI, CT scan |
| Differential diagnosis | Wernicke's encephalopathy, Korsakoff syndrome |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Rehabilitation therapy, cognitive therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on extent of damage |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
TAN Syndrome is a rare medical condition characterized by Thrombocytopenia, Absent radius, and Neutropenia. It is a genetic disorder that affects the development of certain body parts.
Symptoms[edit]
The main symptoms of TAN Syndrome include:
- Thrombocytopenia: This is a condition characterized by low levels of platelets in the blood. Platelets are necessary for blood clotting, and a deficiency can lead to easy bruising and excessive bleeding.
- Absent radius: This refers to the absence of the radius bone in the forearm. This can result in a variety of physical abnormalities, including a shortened arm and limited mobility of the hand.
- Neutropenia: This is a condition characterized by a low number of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell that fights infection. This can result in an increased susceptibility to infections.
Causes[edit]
TAN Syndrome is a genetic disorder, which means it is caused by abnormalities in a person's genes. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner, which means both parents must carry a copy of the mutated gene for a child to be affected.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of TAN Syndrome is typically made based on the presence of the characteristic symptoms. Genetic testing can confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
There is currently no cure for TAN Syndrome. Treatment is aimed at managing the symptoms and may include blood transfusions for thrombocytopenia, antibiotics for infections due to neutropenia, and physical therapy or surgery for abnormalities related to the absent radius.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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