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Goldblatt syndrome

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Overview

Goldblatt syndrome, a form of chondrodysplasia punctata, is characterized by spondylo-epimetaphyseal dysplasia, dentinogenesis imperfecta, and joint laxity, often presenting with severe short stature and osteoporosis 8.

Diagnosis

  • Radiographic findings: Punctate epiphyses, metaphyseal irregularities, and osteoporosis 8.
  • Clinical features: Short stature, joint laxity, and characteristic dental abnormalities (dentinogenesis imperfecta) 8.
  • Genetic testing: Consideration for genetic analysis to identify specific mutations or chromosomal abnormalities, especially in familial cases 813.
  • Histopathology: Electron microscopy may reveal dilated rough endoplasmic reticulum in chondrocytes 8.
  • Management

  • Supportive care: Focus on managing complications such as joint instability and dental issues 8.
  • Orthopedic interventions: Address skeletal deformities and joint laxity with appropriate bracing or surgical correction as needed 8.
  • Dental care: Regular monitoring and intervention for dentinogenesis imperfecta to prevent tooth decay and ensure oral health 8.
  • Physical therapy: To maintain joint mobility and muscle strength 8.
  • Special Populations

  • Pediatrics: Early intervention is crucial for managing growth and skeletal issues 812.
  • Comorbidities: Monitor for and manage associated conditions like cataracts and corneal erosions 611.
  • Key Recommendations

  • Genetic counseling and testing for familial cases to identify inheritance patterns and guide management 813 (Evidence: Moderate).
  • Comprehensive multidisciplinary care addressing skeletal, dental, and ocular complications 86 (Evidence: Moderate).
  • Regular radiographic monitoring to track disease progression and adjust interventions accordingly 812 (Evidence: Moderate).
  • References

    1 Honda R, Ichiyama T, Maeba S, Sunagawa S, Furukawa S. Male siblings with tibia-metacarpal type of chondrodysplasia punctata without maternal factors. Brain & development 2008. link 2 Wilson CJ, Aftimos S. X-linked dominant chondrodysplasia punctata: a peroxisomal disorder?. American journal of medical genetics 1998. link1096-8628(19980707)78:3<300::aid-ajmg19>3.0.co;2-j) 3 Mortier GR, Messiaen LM, Espeel M, Smets KJ, Vanzieleghem BD, Roels F et al.. Chondrodysplasia punctata with multiple congenital anomalies: a new syndrome?. Pediatric radiology 1998. link 4 Ciske DJ, Waggoner DJ, Dowton SB. Unique cardiac and cerebral anomalies with chondrodysplasia punctata. American journal of medical genetics 1998. link 5 Ishii F, Fujita H, Nagai A, Ogihara T, Kim HS, Okamoto R et al.. Case report of rec(7)dup(7q)inv(7)(p22q22) and a review of the recombinants resulting from parental pericentric inversions on any chromosomes. American journal of medical genetics 1997. link1096-8628(19971219)73:3<290::aid-ajmg12>3.0.co;2-e) 6 Spierer A, Neumann D. Corneal changes in chondrodysplasia punctata syndrome. Annals of ophthalmology 1993. link 7 Nivelon A, Nivelon JL, Mabille JP, Maroteaux P, Feldman JP, Douvier S et al.. New autosomal recessive chondrodysplasia--pseudohermaphrodism syndrome. Clinical dysmorphology 1992. link 8 Bonaventure J, Stanescu R, Stanescu V, Allain JC, Muriel MP, Ginisty D et al.. Type II collagen defect in two sibs with the Goldblatt syndrome, a chondrodysplasia with dentinogenesis imperfecta, and joint laxity. American journal of medical genetics 1992. link 9 Moerman P, Vandenberghe K, Fryns JP, Haspeslagh M, Lauweryns JM. A new lethal chondrodysplasia with spondylocostal dysostosis, multiple internal anomalies and Dandy-Walker cyst. Clinical genetics 1985. link 10 Sconyers SM, Rimoin DL, Lachman RS, Adomian GE, Crandall BF. A distinct chondrodysplasia resembling Kniest dysplasia: clinical, roentgenographic, histologic, and ultrastructural findings. The Journal of pediatrics 1983. link80709-4) 11 Happle R. Cataracts as a marker of genetic heterogeneity in chondrodysplasia punctata. Clinical genetics 1981. link 12 Kozlowski K. Chondrodysplasia punctata in a nine-year-old girl presenting as "unclassified multiple malformation syndrome". Pediatric radiology 1980. link 13 Jenkins T, Noll B. Chondrodysplasia punctata. Report of parent-to-child transmission. South African medical journal = Suid-Afrikaanse tydskrif vir geneeskunde 1978. link 14 Cortina H, Aparici R, Beltran J, Alberto C. The Weissenbacter-Zweymuller syndrome. A case report with review of the world literatue. Pediatric radiology 1977. link 15 Dinno ND, Shearer L, Weisskopf B. Chondrodysplastic dwarfism, cleft palate and micrognathia in a neonate, a new syndrome?. European journal of pediatrics 1976. link 16 Langer LO, Gonzalez-Ramos M, Chen H, Espiritu CE, Courtney NW, Opitz JM. A severe infantile micromelic chondrodysplasia which resembles Kniest disease. European journal of pediatrics 1976. link 17 Yang SS, Heidelberger KP, Brough AJ, Corbett DP, Bernstein J. Lethal short-limbed chondrodysplasia in early infancy. Perspectives in pediatric pathology 1976. link

    Original source

    1. [1]
      Male siblings with tibia-metacarpal type of chondrodysplasia punctata without maternal factors.Honda R, Ichiyama T, Maeba S, Sunagawa S, Furukawa S Brain & development (2008)
    2. [2]
      X-linked dominant chondrodysplasia punctata: a peroxisomal disorder?Wilson CJ, Aftimos S American journal of medical genetics (1998)
    3. [3]
      Chondrodysplasia punctata with multiple congenital anomalies: a new syndrome?Mortier GR, Messiaen LM, Espeel M, Smets KJ, Vanzieleghem BD, Roels F et al. Pediatric radiology (1998)
    4. [4]
      Unique cardiac and cerebral anomalies with chondrodysplasia punctata.Ciske DJ, Waggoner DJ, Dowton SB American journal of medical genetics (1998)
    5. [5]
      Case report of rec(7)dup(7q)inv(7)(p22q22) and a review of the recombinants resulting from parental pericentric inversions on any chromosomes.Ishii F, Fujita H, Nagai A, Ogihara T, Kim HS, Okamoto R et al. American journal of medical genetics (1997)
    6. [6]
      Corneal changes in chondrodysplasia punctata syndrome.Spierer A, Neumann D Annals of ophthalmology (1993)
    7. [7]
      New autosomal recessive chondrodysplasia--pseudohermaphrodism syndrome.Nivelon A, Nivelon JL, Mabille JP, Maroteaux P, Feldman JP, Douvier S et al. Clinical dysmorphology (1992)
    8. [8]
      Type II collagen defect in two sibs with the Goldblatt syndrome, a chondrodysplasia with dentinogenesis imperfecta, and joint laxity.Bonaventure J, Stanescu R, Stanescu V, Allain JC, Muriel MP, Ginisty D et al. American journal of medical genetics (1992)
    9. [9]
      A new lethal chondrodysplasia with spondylocostal dysostosis, multiple internal anomalies and Dandy-Walker cyst.Moerman P, Vandenberghe K, Fryns JP, Haspeslagh M, Lauweryns JM Clinical genetics (1985)
    10. [10]
      A distinct chondrodysplasia resembling Kniest dysplasia: clinical, roentgenographic, histologic, and ultrastructural findings.Sconyers SM, Rimoin DL, Lachman RS, Adomian GE, Crandall BF The Journal of pediatrics (1983)
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      Chondrodysplasia punctata. Report of parent-to-child transmission.Jenkins T, Noll B South African medical journal = Suid-Afrikaanse tydskrif vir geneeskunde (1978)
    14. [14]
      The Weissenbacter-Zweymuller syndrome. A case report with review of the world literatue.Cortina H, Aparici R, Beltran J, Alberto C Pediatric radiology (1977)
    15. [15]
      Chondrodysplastic dwarfism, cleft palate and micrognathia in a neonate, a new syndrome?Dinno ND, Shearer L, Weisskopf B European journal of pediatrics (1976)
    16. [16]
      A severe infantile micromelic chondrodysplasia which resembles Kniest disease.Langer LO, Gonzalez-Ramos M, Chen H, Espiritu CE, Courtney NW, Opitz JM European journal of pediatrics (1976)
    17. [17]
      Lethal short-limbed chondrodysplasia in early infancy.Yang SS, Heidelberger KP, Brough AJ, Corbett DP, Bernstein J Perspectives in pediatric pathology (1976)

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