Skeletal abnormalities are common features in Aymé-Gripp syndrome

Clin Genet. 2020 Feb;97(2):362-369. doi: 10.1111/cge.13651. Epub 2019 Nov 3.

Abstract

Aymé-Gripp syndrome (AYGRPS) is a recognizable condition caused by a restricted spectrum of dominantly acting missense mutations affecting the transcription factor MAF. Major clinical features of AYGRPS include congenital cataracts, sensorineural hearing loss, intellectual disability, and a distinctive flat facial appearance. Skeletal abnormalities have also been observed in affected individuals, even though these features have not been assessed systematically. Expanding the series with four additional patients, here we provide a more accurate delineation of the molecular aspects and clinical phenotype, particularly focusing on the skeletal features characterizing this disorder. Apart from previously reported malar flattening and joint limitations, we document that carpal/tarsal and long bone defects, and hip dysplasia occur in affected subjects more frequently than formerly appreciated.

Keywords: MAF; Aymé-Gripp syndrome; bone defects; skeletal dysplasia.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Cataract / genetics*
  • Cataract / pathology
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Facies
  • Female
  • Genetic Predisposition to Disease*
  • Growth Disorders / genetics*
  • Growth Disorders / pathology
  • Hearing Loss, Sensorineural / genetics*
  • Hearing Loss, Sensorineural / pathology
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Intellectual Disability / genetics*
  • Intellectual Disability / pathology
  • Male
  • Musculoskeletal Abnormalities / genetics*
  • Musculoskeletal Abnormalities / pathology
  • Mutation, Missense / genetics
  • Proto-Oncogene Proteins c-maf / genetics*
  • Young Adult

Substances

  • MAF protein, human
  • Proto-Oncogene Proteins c-maf

Supplementary concepts

  • Cataracts, Congenital, with Sensorineural Deafness, Down Syndrome-Like Facial Appearance, Short Stature, and Mental Retardation