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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Neotenic complex syndrome | |||
| synonyms = [[NCS]] | |||
| field = [[Pediatrics]], [[Genetics]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Delayed development]], [[Cognitive impairment]], [[Growth retardation]] | |||
| complications = [[Developmental delay]], [[Intellectual disability]] | |||
| onset = [[Infancy]] | |||
| duration = [[Lifelong]] | |||
| causes = [[Genetic mutation]] | |||
| risks = [[Family history of genetic disorders]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Genetic testing]], [[Clinical evaluation]] | |||
| differential = [[Down syndrome]], [[Williams syndrome]] | |||
| prevention = [[Genetic counseling]] | |||
| treatment = [[Supportive care]], [[Therapy]] | |||
| medication = [[None specific]] | |||
| prognosis = [[Varies]] | |||
| frequency = [[Rare]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Neotenic Complex Syndrome''' is a rare genetic disorder characterized by a range of physical and developmental abnormalities. The syndrome is caused by mutations in the [[DNA]] that affect the normal development and function of various body systems. | '''Neotenic Complex Syndrome''' is a rare genetic disorder characterized by a range of physical and developmental abnormalities. The syndrome is caused by mutations in the [[DNA]] that affect the normal development and function of various body systems. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of Neotenic Complex Syndrome can vary greatly from person to person. However, common symptoms include: | The symptoms of Neotenic Complex Syndrome can vary greatly from person to person. However, common symptoms include: | ||
* [[Growth retardation]] | * [[Growth retardation]] | ||
* [[Microcephaly]] (small head size) | * [[Microcephaly]] (small head size) | ||
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* [[Feeding difficulties]] | * [[Feeding difficulties]] | ||
* [[Respiratory problems]] | * [[Respiratory problems]] | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Neotenic Complex Syndrome is caused by mutations in the [[DNA]]. These mutations can occur spontaneously or can be inherited from a parent. The exact gene or genes involved in the syndrome are currently unknown. | Neotenic Complex Syndrome is caused by mutations in the [[DNA]]. These mutations can occur spontaneously or can be inherited from a parent. The exact gene or genes involved in the syndrome are currently unknown. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of Neotenic Complex Syndrome is based on the presence of characteristic symptoms and a detailed patient history. Genetic testing may also be used to confirm the diagnosis. | Diagnosis of Neotenic Complex Syndrome is based on the presence of characteristic symptoms and a detailed patient history. Genetic testing may also be used to confirm the diagnosis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
There is currently no cure for Neotenic Complex Syndrome. Treatment is supportive and based on the symptoms present in each individual. This may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and medications to manage seizures and other symptoms. | There is currently no cure for Neotenic Complex Syndrome. Treatment is supportive and based on the symptoms present in each individual. This may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and medications to manage seizures and other symptoms. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for individuals with Neotenic Complex Syndrome varies. Some individuals may have a normal lifespan with appropriate management of symptoms, while others may have a shortened lifespan due to complications of the syndrome. | The prognosis for individuals with Neotenic Complex Syndrome varies. Some individuals may have a normal lifespan with appropriate management of symptoms, while others may have a shortened lifespan due to complications of the syndrome. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[List of genetic disorders]] | * [[List of genetic disorders]] | ||
* [[Genetic testing]] | * [[Genetic testing]] | ||
* [[Genetic counseling]] | * [[Genetic counseling]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Genetic disorders]] | [[Category:Genetic disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Rare diseases]] | [[Category:Rare diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Syndromes]] | [[Category:Syndromes]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 01:26, 4 April 2025
| Neotenic complex syndrome | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | NCS |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Delayed development, Cognitive impairment, Growth retardation |
| Complications | Developmental delay, Intellectual disability |
| Onset | Infancy |
| Duration | Lifelong |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic mutation |
| Risks | Family history of genetic disorders |
| Diagnosis | Genetic testing, Clinical evaluation |
| Differential diagnosis | Down syndrome, Williams syndrome |
| Prevention | Genetic counseling |
| Treatment | Supportive care, Therapy |
| Medication | None specific |
| Prognosis | Varies |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Neotenic Complex Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by a range of physical and developmental abnormalities. The syndrome is caused by mutations in the DNA that affect the normal development and function of various body systems.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of Neotenic Complex Syndrome can vary greatly from person to person. However, common symptoms include:
- Growth retardation
- Microcephaly (small head size)
- Intellectual disability
- Seizures
- Hypotonia (low muscle tone)
- Feeding difficulties
- Respiratory problems
Causes[edit]
Neotenic Complex Syndrome is caused by mutations in the DNA. These mutations can occur spontaneously or can be inherited from a parent. The exact gene or genes involved in the syndrome are currently unknown.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Neotenic Complex Syndrome is based on the presence of characteristic symptoms and a detailed patient history. Genetic testing may also be used to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
There is currently no cure for Neotenic Complex Syndrome. Treatment is supportive and based on the symptoms present in each individual. This may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and medications to manage seizures and other symptoms.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for individuals with Neotenic Complex Syndrome varies. Some individuals may have a normal lifespan with appropriate management of symptoms, while others may have a shortened lifespan due to complications of the syndrome.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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