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Expanding the clinical spectrum of ocular anomalies in Noonan syndrome: Axenfeld-anomaly in a child with PTPN11 mutation.
American journal of medical genetics. Part A - 1 Feb 2015
Guerin Andrea, So Joyce, Mireskandari Kamiar, Jougeh-Doust Soghra, Chisholm Caitlin, Klatt Regan, Richer Julie
Abstract excerpt
Ocular anomalies have been frequently reported in Noonan syndrome. Anterior segment anomalies have been described in 57% of PTPN11 positive patients, with the most common findings being corneal changes and in particular, prominent corneal nerves and cataracts. We report on a neonate with a confirmed PTPN11 mutation and ocular findings consistent with Axenfeld anomaly. The patient initially presented with...
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