Proteus syndrome: craniofacial and cerebral MRI
- 16 November 1999
- journal article
- case report
- Published by Springer Nature in Neuroradiology
- Vol. 41 (11) , 840-843
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s002340050853
Abstract
The Proteus syndrome is a rare hamartoneoplastic syndrome that may affect the brain, skull, and extracranial head and neck. We present a case with severe, characteristic findings. Brain abnormalities are not common in Proteus syndrome; when present, hemimegalencephaly and migrational disorders are typically seen, commonly with an associated seizure disorder. Maxillary and mandibular dysmorphism may occur, including unilateral condylar hyperplasia. Subcutaneous fatty, fibrous, lymphangiomatous masses commonly seen in this syndrome may involve the neck and face, leading to disfigurement and potential airway compromise.Keywords
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