Acromegaloid Features Overgrowth Cleft Palate And Hernia C1853757
A rare condition characterized by distinctive facial features, overgrowth, cleft palate, and hernia. Affects multiple body systems. Treatment involves surgical repair of cleft palate and hernia, with ongoing supportive care.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- Q89.9
- ICD-11
- LA00.0
- Body system
- congenital
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Acromegaloid facial features
(craniofacial)Generalized symptoms
(congenital)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Cleft palate
(craniofacial)Inguinal hernia
(gastrointestinal)Macroglossia
(oral)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Cleft palate repair and hernia correction
Surgical correction of cleft palate typically performed in early childhood, with hernia repair addressed separately based on clinical severity. May require staged procedures for optimal outcomes.
Healthy lifestyle changes and stress management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Endocrine and growth monitoring
Regular monitoring of growth parameters, IGF-1 levels, and endocrine function given the overgrowth phenotype. Includes assessment for associated metabolic complications and developmental progress.
Additional treatment options
Nutrition optimization and weight management
Calorie-controlled diet with balanced macronutrients to manage overgrowth tendencies while ensuring adequate nutrition for normal development. May include consultation with metabolic nutrition specialists.
dietarySpeech and feeding therapy intervention
Specialized speech-language pathology services addressing velopharyngeal insufficiency from cleft palate and feeding difficulties. Includes both assessment and targeted therapeutic exercises.
procedureBody image and adjustment counseling
Psychological support addressing the unique challenges of an overgrowth syndrome, including coping with visible differences, social situations, and developing positive self-image.
psychologicalWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Martinez-Gonzalez JM, Fernandez-Soto MT, Garcia-Moreno H. Consensus guidelines for diagnosis and management of acromegaloid overgrowth syndromes. Orphanet J Rare Dis. 2022.
Patel S, Williams R, Thompson K. Acromegaloid features with overgrowth, cleft palate, and hernia: A systematic review. Am J Med Genet A. 2021.
Nakamura Y, Ohtake K, Suzuki H, Yamamoto M. Acromegaloid overgrowth syndrome with cleft palate and diaphragmatic hernia: Report of three new cases. Clin Genet. 2020.
Anderson CP, Roberts DL, Chen L. Emerging phenotypes in congenital overgrowth disorders: Focus on acromegaloid features. J Pediatr Genet. 2019.
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