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{{Infobox medical condition
| name            = Craniofrontonasal dysplasia
| image          = [[File:X-linked_dominant.svg|200px]]
| caption        = X-linked dominant inheritance
| synonyms        = Craniofrontonasal syndrome
| pronounce      =
| specialty      = [[Medical genetics]]
| symptoms        = [[Craniosynostosis]], [[hypertelorism]], [[bifid nose]], [[cleft lip and palate]], [[syndactyly]]
| complications  =
| onset          =
| duration        =
| types          =
| causes          = Mutations in the [[EFNB1]] gene
| risks          =
| diagnosis      = [[Genetic testing]], [[clinical examination]]
| differential    =
| prevention      =
| treatment      = [[Surgical intervention]], [[supportive care]]
| medication      =
| prognosis      =
| frequency      = Rare
| deaths          =
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'''Craniofrontonasal dysplasia''' (CFND) is a very rare [[genetic disorder|genetic]] condition that primarily affects the [[head]] and [[face]]. The condition is characterized by [[malformation]]s of the [[skull]], face, and limbs, as well as other abnormalities. CFND is caused by mutations in the [[EFNB1]] gene and is inherited in an [[X-linked dominant]] manner.
'''Craniofrontonasal dysplasia''' (CFND) is a very rare [[genetic disorder|genetic]] condition that primarily affects the [[head]] and [[face]]. The condition is characterized by [[malformation]]s of the [[skull]], face, and limbs, as well as other abnormalities. CFND is caused by mutations in the [[EFNB1]] gene and is inherited in an [[X-linked dominant]] manner.
[[File:CFND CT-scan.jpg|thumb|CT-scan of the skull of a patient with coronal synostosis, orbital hypertelorism, and facial asymmetry as part of craniofrontonasal dysplasia.]]
[[File:CFND CT-scan.jpg|left|thumb|CT-scan of the skull of a patient with coronal synostosis, orbital hypertelorism, and facial asymmetry as part of craniofrontonasal dysplasia.]]
[[File:CFND toenail.jpg|thumb|Picture of longitudinal ridging and splitting of the toenails as part of craniofrontonasal dysplasia.]]
[[File:CFND toenail.jpg|left|thumb|Picture of longitudinal ridging and splitting of the toenails as part of craniofrontonasal dysplasia.]]
 
==Symptoms==
==Symptoms==
The symptoms of CFND can vary greatly from person to person. However, common symptoms include:
The symptoms of CFND can vary greatly from person to person. However, common symptoms include:
* [[Craniosynostosis]]: This is a condition where the sutures (joints) in the skull close prematurely, which can affect the shape of the skull and face.
* [[Craniosynostosis]]: This is a condition where the sutures (joints) in the skull close prematurely, which can affect the shape of the skull and face.
* [[Hypertelorism]]: This refers to an abnormally wide space between the eyes.
* [[Hypertelorism]]: This refers to an abnormally wide space between the eyes.
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* [[Syndactyly]]: This is a condition where two or more fingers or toes are fused together.
* [[Syndactyly]]: This is a condition where two or more fingers or toes are fused together.
* Other symptoms can include [[hearing loss]], [[vision problems]], and [[learning disabilities]].
* Other symptoms can include [[hearing loss]], [[vision problems]], and [[learning disabilities]].
==Causes==
==Causes==
CFND is caused by mutations in the EFNB1 gene. This gene provides instructions for making a protein called ephrin-B1, which is involved in the development of tissues and organs during [[embryonic development]]. Mutations in the EFNB1 gene disrupt the normal development of these tissues and organs, leading to the symptoms of CFND.
CFND is caused by mutations in the EFNB1 gene. This gene provides instructions for making a protein called ephrin-B1, which is involved in the development of tissues and organs during [[embryonic development]]. Mutations in the EFNB1 gene disrupt the normal development of these tissues and organs, leading to the symptoms of CFND.
==Diagnosis==
==Diagnosis==
The diagnosis of CFND is typically based on a clinical evaluation, detailed patient history, and a variety of specialized tests. These tests can include [[genetic testing]], [[imaging studies]], and [[physical examination]].
The diagnosis of CFND is typically based on a clinical evaluation, detailed patient history, and a variety of specialized tests. These tests can include [[genetic testing]], [[imaging studies]], and [[physical examination]].
==Treatment==
==Treatment==
There is currently no cure for CFND. Treatment is symptomatic and supportive, and may include [[surgery]] to correct craniofacial abnormalities, [[physical therapy]], and [[speech therapy]].
There is currently no cure for CFND. Treatment is symptomatic and supportive, and may include [[surgery]] to correct craniofacial abnormalities, [[physical therapy]], and [[speech therapy]].
==Prognosis==
==Prognosis==
The prognosis for individuals with CFND varies. Some individuals may have mild symptoms and live a normal life, while others may have severe symptoms that require extensive medical care.
The prognosis for individuals with CFND varies. Some individuals may have mild symptoms and live a normal life, while others may have severe symptoms that require extensive medical care.
==See also==
==See also==
* [[Genetic disorder]]
* [[Genetic disorder]]
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* [[Frontonasal dysplasia]]
* [[Frontonasal dysplasia]]
* [[Syndactyly]]
* [[Syndactyly]]
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Craniofrontonasal dysplasia
Synonyms Craniofrontonasal syndrome
Pronounce
Specialty Medical genetics
Symptoms Craniosynostosis, hypertelorism, bifid nose, cleft lip and palate, syndactyly
Complications
Onset
Duration
Types
Causes Mutations in the EFNB1 gene
Risks
Diagnosis Genetic testing, clinical examination
Differential diagnosis
Prevention
Treatment Surgical intervention, supportive care
Medication
Prognosis
Frequency Rare
Deaths


Craniofrontonasal dysplasia (CFND) is a very rare genetic condition that primarily affects the head and face. The condition is characterized by malformations of the skull, face, and limbs, as well as other abnormalities. CFND is caused by mutations in the EFNB1 gene and is inherited in an X-linked dominant manner.

CT-scan of the skull of a patient with coronal synostosis, orbital hypertelorism, and facial asymmetry as part of craniofrontonasal dysplasia.
Picture of longitudinal ridging and splitting of the toenails as part of craniofrontonasal dysplasia.

Symptoms[edit]

The symptoms of CFND can vary greatly from person to person. However, common symptoms include:

Causes[edit]

CFND is caused by mutations in the EFNB1 gene. This gene provides instructions for making a protein called ephrin-B1, which is involved in the development of tissues and organs during embryonic development. Mutations in the EFNB1 gene disrupt the normal development of these tissues and organs, leading to the symptoms of CFND.

Diagnosis[edit]

The diagnosis of CFND is typically based on a clinical evaluation, detailed patient history, and a variety of specialized tests. These tests can include genetic testing, imaging studies, and physical examination.

Treatment[edit]

There is currently no cure for CFND. Treatment is symptomatic and supportive, and may include surgery to correct craniofacial abnormalities, physical therapy, and speech therapy.

Prognosis[edit]

The prognosis for individuals with CFND varies. Some individuals may have mild symptoms and live a normal life, while others may have severe symptoms that require extensive medical care.

See also[edit]