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[[File:Autosomal_recessive_-_en.svg|Autosomal recessive - en|thumb]] '''Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome''' (GSS) is a rare [[genetic disorder]] characterized by a combination of [[intestinal]] abnormalities, distinctive facial features, and [[neurological]] issues. It was first described by [[Goldberg]] and [[Shprintzen]] in the early 1980s.
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| name            = Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome
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| caption        = Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome is inherited in an [[autosomal recessive]] pattern.
| synonyms        =
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| specialty      = [[Medical genetics]]
| symptoms        = [[Hirschsprung's disease]], [[microcephaly]], [[intellectual disability]], [[dysmorphic features]]
| onset          =
| duration        =
| types          =
| causes          = Mutations in the [[KIAA1279]] gene
| risks          =
| diagnosis      = [[Genetic testing]], clinical evaluation
| differential    =
| prevention      =
| treatment      = Symptomatic management, surgical intervention for Hirschsprung's disease
| medication      =
| prognosis      = Variable, depends on severity of symptoms
| frequency      = Rare
| deaths          =
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'''Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome''' (GSS) is a rare [[genetic disorder]] characterized by a combination of [[intestinal]] abnormalities, distinctive facial features, and [[neurological]] issues. It was first described by [[Goldberg]] and [[Shprintzen]] in the early 1980s.
== Clinical Features ==
== Clinical Features ==
Individuals with Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome typically present with a range of clinical features, including:
Individuals with Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome typically present with a range of clinical features, including:
* [[Hirschsprung disease]]: A condition where part of the [[colon]] lacks nerve cells, causing severe [[constipation]] and [[intestinal obstruction]].
* [[Hirschsprung disease]]: A condition where part of the [[colon]] lacks nerve cells, causing severe [[constipation]] and [[intestinal obstruction]].
* [[Microcephaly]]: A condition where the [[head]] is significantly smaller than expected.
* [[Microcephaly]]: A condition where the [[head]] is significantly smaller than expected.
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* [[Intellectual disability]]: Varying degrees of cognitive impairment.
* [[Intellectual disability]]: Varying degrees of cognitive impairment.
* Distinctive facial features: These may include a broad nasal bridge, wide-set eyes ([[hypertelorism]]), and a small [[jaw]] ([[micrognathia]]).
* Distinctive facial features: These may include a broad nasal bridge, wide-set eyes ([[hypertelorism]]), and a small [[jaw]] ([[micrognathia]]).
== Genetics ==
== Genetics ==
Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome is inherited in an [[autosomal recessive]] manner. This means that an individual must inherit two copies of the mutated gene, one from each parent, to be affected by the disorder. The specific gene or genes involved in GSS have not been definitively identified, but research is ongoing to determine the genetic basis of the syndrome.
Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome is inherited in an [[autosomal recessive]] manner. This means that an individual must inherit two copies of the mutated gene, one from each parent, to be affected by the disorder. The specific gene or genes involved in GSS have not been definitively identified, but research is ongoing to determine the genetic basis of the syndrome.
== Diagnosis ==
== Diagnosis ==
The diagnosis of Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome is primarily based on clinical features and family history. Genetic testing may be used to confirm the diagnosis and to identify the specific genetic mutation responsible for the condition.
The diagnosis of Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome is primarily based on clinical features and family history. Genetic testing may be used to confirm the diagnosis and to identify the specific genetic mutation responsible for the condition.
== Management ==
== Management ==
There is no cure for Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome, and treatment is primarily supportive and symptomatic. Management may include:
There is no cure for Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome, and treatment is primarily supportive and symptomatic. Management may include:
* Surgical intervention for [[Hirschsprung disease]].
* Surgical intervention for [[Hirschsprung disease]].
* Speech therapy for individuals with [[cleft palate]].
* Speech therapy for individuals with [[cleft palate]].
* Special education services for those with [[intellectual disability]].
* Special education services for those with [[intellectual disability]].
* Regular monitoring and supportive care for other associated health issues.
* Regular monitoring and supportive care for other associated health issues.
 
== See also ==
== Related Pages ==
* [[Hirschsprung disease]]
* [[Hirschsprung disease]]
* [[Microcephaly]]
* [[Microcephaly]]
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* [[Intellectual disability]]
* [[Intellectual disability]]
* [[Autosomal recessive]]
* [[Autosomal recessive]]
== References ==
== References ==
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== External Links ==
== External Links ==
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[[Category:Genetic disorders]]
[[Category:Genetic disorders]]
[[Category:Neurological disorders]]
[[Category:Neurological disorders]]
[[Category:Rare diseases]]
[[Category:Rare diseases]]
[[Category:Syndromes]]
[[Category:Syndromes]]
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Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome
Synonyms
Pronounce
Specialty Medical genetics
Symptoms Hirschsprung's disease, microcephaly, intellectual disability, dysmorphic features
Complications N/A
Onset
Duration
Types
Causes Mutations in the KIAA1279 gene
Risks
Diagnosis Genetic testing, clinical evaluation
Differential diagnosis
Prevention
Treatment Symptomatic management, surgical intervention for Hirschsprung's disease
Medication
Prognosis Variable, depends on severity of symptoms
Frequency Rare
Deaths


Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome (GSS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by a combination of intestinal abnormalities, distinctive facial features, and neurological issues. It was first described by Goldberg and Shprintzen in the early 1980s.

Clinical Features[edit]

Individuals with Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome typically present with a range of clinical features, including:

Genetics[edit]

Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner. This means that an individual must inherit two copies of the mutated gene, one from each parent, to be affected by the disorder. The specific gene or genes involved in GSS have not been definitively identified, but research is ongoing to determine the genetic basis of the syndrome.

Diagnosis[edit]

The diagnosis of Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome is primarily based on clinical features and family history. Genetic testing may be used to confirm the diagnosis and to identify the specific genetic mutation responsible for the condition.

Management[edit]

There is no cure for Goldberg–Shprintzen syndrome, and treatment is primarily supportive and symptomatic. Management may include:

See also[edit]

References[edit]

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External Links[edit]

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