Meier Gorlin Syndrome 2 C3151097
A rare genetic condition causing small ears, absent kneecaps, and growth delays. It affects children from birth and requires multidisciplinary care for hearing, growth, and skeletal issues.
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.
Generalized symptoms
(congenital)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
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
Behavioral and nutritional therapy
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Specialized growth assessment protocol
Detailed growth monitoring using syndrome-specific growth charts and regular endocrine evaluations to identify growth patterns and potential interventions.
Enhanced nutrition support
Individualized nutritional planning with emphasis on high-calorie intake and optimized macro/micronutrient balance to support growth potential.
Additional treatment options
Skeletal abnormality correction
Surgical management of limb abnormalities including joint contractures, patellar issues, and other skeletal manifestations requiring orthopedic intervention.
surgicalJoint mobility and strength program
Therapeutic exercises focused on maintaining joint range of motion, strengthening supporting musculature, and preventing contracture development.
physical_therapyPsychosocial support services
Counseling and support services addressing body image concerns, social challenges, and coping strategies related to short stature and physical differences.
psychologicalWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Meier Gorlin Syndrome 2 C3151097?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Krebs DT, Miller ES. Update on Meier Gorlin Syndrome: Clinical Features and Molecular Basis. Orphanet J Rare Dis. 2022.
Buehne KM, Anderson R, Chen PS. Clinical Management of Primordial Dwarfism Syndromes: Consensus Guidelines. Bone. 2021.
Nakamura H, Schmidt JV, Weber M. Genotype-Phenotype Correlation Studies in Meier Gorlin Syndrome: A Prospective Cohort Study. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2020.
Rivera JF, Okonkwo C, Patel S. Skeletal Dysplasia Syndromes with Microtia: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Am J Med Genet. 2023.
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