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Current Understanding of Crouzon Syndrome Pathophysiology and New Therapeutic Approaches.
The Journal of craniofacial surgery - 1 Jan 2025
Tiberio Federica, Polito Luca, Salvati Martina, Di Pietro Lorena, Massimi Luca, Parolini Ornella, Tamburrini Gianpiero, Lattanzi Wanda
Abstract excerpt
Crouzon syndrome (CS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by the premature fusion of cranial sutures, leading to craniofacial abnormalities and potential neurological complications. CS is caused primarily by gain-of-function mutations in the FGFR2 gene and, less commonly, by mutations in the FGFR3 gene (specifically associated with CS with acanthosis nigricans). Managing CS requires a multidisciplinary...
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