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Johanson-Blizzard syndrome — Clinical Guidelines

Overview

Johanson-Blizzard syndrome (JBS) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder characterized by distinctive facial features, exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, oligodontia, growth retardation, hearing loss, intellectual disability, scalp defects, hypothyroidism, and imperforate anus 1 2 3.

Diagnosis

Key Diagnostic Criteria:

- Pathognomonic facies (prominent scalp veins, aged appearance) - Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency - Oligodontia - Growth retardation - Hearing loss - Intellectual disability - Scalp defects (midline defect) - Hypothyroidism - Imperforate anus

Recommended Tests:

- Genetic sequencing of UBR1 gene - Imaging studies (CT of temporal bone for inner ear anomalies) 5 - Endocrine function tests (thyroid function, growth hormone levels) 7 - Pancreatic function tests (trypsinogen levels, lipase secretion) 4

Management

First-Line Treatments:

- Pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (specific dosing not detailed) - Thyroid hormone replacement therapy - Hearing aids or cochlear implants for sensorineural deafness - Growth hormone replacement (if growth hormone deficiency identified) 7

Adjunctive Treatments:

- Nutritional support and management of malabsorption - Surgical interventions for imperforate anus and malrotation 2 - Early intervention programs for developmental delays

Special Populations

Pediatrics:

- Early diagnosis and multidisciplinary management crucial 1 2 3 7 - Consider growth hormone therapy for severe growth retardation 7

Comorbidities:

- Severe liver involvement with cholestasis and fibrosis may require specific hepatology consultation 1 - Congenital heart defects necessitate cardiology evaluation and management 2 3

Key Recommendations

Genetic testing of UBR1 gene is essential for confirming the diagnosis of Johanson-Blizzard syndrome. (Evidence: Strong 1 2)

Multidisciplinary care including endocrinology, gastroenterology, audiology, and surgery is recommended to address the diverse clinical manifestations. (Evidence: Moderate 2 7)

Growth hormone replacement should be considered in patients with documented growth hormone deficiency to improve growth velocity. (Evidence: Moderate 7)

Monitor for and manage severe complications such as liver disease and congenital heart defects early in the clinical course. (Evidence: Weak 1 2 3)

References

1 Al-Dosari MS, Al-Muhsen S, Al-Jazaeri A, Mayerle J, Zenker M, Alkuraya FS. Johanson-Blizzard syndrome: report of a novel mutation and severe liver involvement. American journal of medical genetics. Part A 2008. link 2 Vanlieferinghen PH, Borderon C, Francannet CH, Gembara P, Dechelotte P. Johanson-Blizzard syndrome. a new case with autopsy findings. Genetic counseling (Geneva, Switzerland) 2001. link 3 Alpay F, Gül D, Lenk MK, Oğur G. Severe intrauterine growth retardation, aged facial appearance, and congenital heart disease in a newborn with Johanson-Blizzard syndrome. Pediatric cardiology 2000. link 4 Jones NL, Hofley PM, Durie PR. Pathophysiology of the pancreatic defect in Johanson-Blizzard syndrome: a disorder of acinar development. The Journal of pediatrics 1994. link83286-x) 5 Braun J, Lerner A, Gershoni-Baruch R. The temporal bone in the Johanson-Blizzard syndrome. A CT study. Pediatric radiology 1991. link 6 Gershoni-Baruch R, Lerner A, Braun J, Katzir Y, Iancu TC, Benderly A. Johanson-Blizzard syndrome: clinical spectrum and further delineation of the syndrome. American journal of medical genetics 1990. link 7 Sandhu BK, Brueton MJ. Concurrent pancreatic and growth hormone insufficiency in Johanson-Blizzard syndrome. Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition 1989. link 8 Gould NS, Paton JB, Bennett AR. Johanson-Blizzard syndrome: clinical and pathological findings in 2 sibs. American journal of medical genetics 1989. link 9 Baraitser M, Hodgson SV. The Johanson-Blizzard syndrome. Journal of medical genetics 1982. link

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