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Langer-Giedion Syndrome: a Rare Case Report

Authors :
Katge, Farhin Ali
Rusawat, Bhavesh Dahyabhai
Shivasharan, Pooja Ravindra
Patil, Devendra Pandurang
Source :
Journal of Dentistry
Publication Year :
2016
Publisher :
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, 2016.

Abstract

Langer-Giedion syndrome is a very uncommon autosomal dominant genetic disorder caused by the deletion of chromosomal material. It is characterized by multiple bony exostosis, short stature, mental retardation, and typical facial features. The characteristic appearance of individuals includes sparse scalp hair, rounded nose, prominent philtral area and thin upper lip. Some cases with this condition have loose skin in childhood which typically resolves with age. Oral and dental manifestations include micrognathia, retrognathia, hypodontia, and malocclusion based on cephalometric analysis. This report presents a case of Langer-Giedion syndrome in a 10-year-old child.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
23456418 and 23456485
Volume :
17
Issue :
3
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Journal of Dentistry
Accession number :
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