21. AllRefer Health - Apert Syndrome Support Groups (Acrocephalosyndactyly) apert syndrome (Acrocephalosyndactyly) information center covers Support Groups. Support Groups for apert syndrome. apert syndrome. http://health.allrefer.com/health/apert-syndrome-support.html

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22. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Apert Syndrome apert syndrome. Definition Return to top. apert syndrome is a genetic disease. It can be inherited or it may occur without a known family history. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001581.htm

@import url(http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Medical Encyclopedia Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Apert syndrome Contents of this page: Illustrations Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors ... Prevention Illustrations Syndactyly Alternative names Return to top Acrocephalosyndactyly Definition Return to top Apert syndrome is a genetic disease. It can be inherited or it may occur without a known family history. It is characterized by premature closure of the seams between the skull bones, which results in a peaked head and an unusual facial appearance. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top Apert syndrome is transmitted as an autosomal dominant trait (which means that only one parent needs to have the condition for a child to potentially be affected). Some cases also appear spontaneously without a family history. The condition is caused by mutations in a gene called fibroblast growth factor receptor 2. This mutation causes some of the bony sutures of the skull close prematurely (a process called craniosynostosis) which can cause asymmetric growth and give the head a distorted shape. The face is distinctive looking and there may be full-length webbing or fusion between the 2nd, 3rd and 4th fingers, as well as the toes. In addition, as the child grows, the bones in the hands and feet become progressively fused, which reduces flexibility and function. There are several other syndromes which have a similar appearance and include craniosynostosis (premature suture fusion):

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24. Andrew's Apert Journey: What Is Apert Syndrome? SITE LINKS What is Apert s Syndrome? Apert s the Enigma of Chromosome No.10. Craniofacial Work at Columbia CPMCnet. apert syndrome FacesCranio Disorders. http://exalter.net/apert/apert.html

SITE LINKS: What is Apert's Syndrome? Andrew: Born With Apert's Andrew's Early Saga ... Andrew's Image Gallery (These Links Will Open In New Browser Windows) Craniofacial Surgery: Tennessee Craniofacial Center Erlanger Health System Erlanger on Apert: A PDF File Nat'l Org. for Rare Disorders: Craniofacial Work at Columbia: CPMCnet Apert Syndrome: Faces-Cranio Disorders Clinical Variability in Patients: Neurosurgery.Org A CONGENITAL DEFECT FOR ONE IN 200,000 ... BUT WHAT IS APERT SYNDROME? From data in an article entitled "Clinical Assessment and Multispecialty Management of Apert Syndrome," Lawrence C. Kaplan, MD, published in Clinics in Plastic Surgery - Vol. 18, No. 2, April 1991. What Is Apert Syndrome? M ajor Features of Apert Syndrome Prematurely fused cranial sutures A retruded midface Fused fingers Fused toes Possible Related Features of Apert Syndrome These have been observed in some cases of Apert syndrome, although whether they were caused by Apert syndrome is uncertain.

25. Apert Syndrome apert syndrome. Definition apert syndrome is a genetic disease. It can be inherited or it may occur without a known family history. http://www.healthscout.com/ency/article/001581.htm

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26. Apert Syndrome - Medical Dictionary Definitions Of Popular Medical Terms MedicineNet Home MedTerms medical dictionary AZ List apert syndrome. Advanced Search. http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=6575

27. Apert Syndrome Acrocephalosyndactyly - Medical Dictionary Definitions Of Popular MedicineNet Home MedTerms medical dictionary AZ List apert syndrome acrocephalosyndactyly. Advanced Search. http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=6605

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29. Apert Syndrome apert syndrome Pen Pals. apert syndrome apert syndrome Pen Pals Founded 1992. Group correspondence program for persons with apert syndrome to share experiences. http://my.webmd.com/hw/health_guide_atoz/shc29ape.asp

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30. Apert Syndrome apert syndrome Important It is possible that the main title of the report apert syndrome is not the name you expected. Please check http://my.webmd.com/hw/health_guide_atoz/nord254.asp

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31. Crouzon's Syndrome Crouzon s and Apert s Syndrome. OVERVIEW. In addition, children with apert syndrome have syndactaly (webbing) of the hands and feet. http://www.kidsplastsurg.com/crouzon.html

Crouzon's and Apert's Syndrome OVERVIEW Crouzon and Apert syndromes are the most common of the craniosynostosis syndromes. Craniosynostosis refers to the early closing of one or more of the sutures of an infant's head. The skull is normally composed of bones which are separated by sutures. This diagram shows the different sutures which can be involved. As an infant's brain grows, open sutures allow the skull to expand and develop a relatively normal head shape. If one or more of the sutures has closed early, it causes the skull to expand in the direction of the open sutures. This can result in an abnormal head shape. In severe cases, this condition can also cause increased pressure on the growing brain. The coronal suture goes from ear to ear on the top of the head and fusion of both sides ( bicoronal synostosis or brachycephaly) results in a very flat, recessed forehead. This is the suture fusion found most often in Crouzon and Apert Syndromes. In addition to craniosynostosis these children also have fusion of the sutures or bones in the cranial base and midface, and shallow eye sockets. This gives the appearance of a flat midface and eyes which protrude. In addition, children with Apert Syndrome have syndactaly (webbing) of the hands and feet.

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33. Apert Syndrome Articles, Support Groups, And Resources apert syndrome articles, support groups, and resources for patients from Med Help International (www.medhelp.org). apert syndrome. http://www.medhelp.org/HealthTopics/Apert_Syndrome.html

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34. APERT SYNDROME apert syndrome An inherited disease (autosomal dominant) or a spontaneously occurring disease characterized by a peaked head and unusual facial appearance http://www.medhelp.org/glossary2/new/GLS_0465.HTM

APERT SYNDROME - An inherited disease ( autosomal dominant ) or a spontaneously occurring disease characterized by a peaked head and unusual facial appearance, due to the premature closure of the cranial sutures . A skull x-ray can confirm the diagnosis . Treatment is surgical. Med Help Home Search Ask the Doctor Patient Network The medical glossary has been made possible by a generous donation from:

35. HealthCentral - General Encyclopedia - Apert Syndrome apert syndrome. Causes, incidence, and risk factors The inherited form of apert syndrome is transmitted as an autosomal dominant trait. http://www.healthcentral.com/mhc/top/001581.cfm

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36. NORD - National Organization For Rare Disorders, Inc. apert syndrome. To purchase fulltext report ($7.50) View Cart/Checkout. Copyright 1986, 1988, 1990, 1992, 1994, 1999, 2000 Synonyms of apert syndrome ACS I; http://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Apert Syndrom

37. Welcome To The UC Davis Children's Hospital Cleft & Craniofacial Program apert syndrome is associated with craniosynostosis (premature closure of the sutures of the skull). Of those who have craniosynostosis http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/cleft/craniofacial/guide/about/apertsyndrome.html

Home Craniofacial Anomalies About Craniofacial Anomalies Team Approach to Care ... Scheduling an Appointment What Causes Apert Syndrome? The gene involved with Apert syndrome is FGFR2 (this stands for fibroblast growth factor receptor 2.) FGFR genes are involved in the way our bones are formed. There are 4 FGFR genes, which are numbered 1 through 4. FGFR2 is on chromosome 10. Can Apert Syndrome Occur More than Once in a family? Most cases of Apert syndrome are sporadic. This means that there is no family history of the syndrome and it is unlikely to occur again in another pregnancy. However if you have Apert syndrome, you have a 1 in 2 or a 50% chance of having a child with Apert syndrome for each pregnancy. This is because Apert syndrome is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner. Is There Testing?

38. ► Apert Syndrome Home Medical Reference Encyclopedia (English) Toggle English / Spanish apert syndrome. http://www.umm.edu/ency/article/001581.htm

Disease Nutrition Surgery Symptoms Injury ... Z Maryland Medical Center Programs Department of Orthopaedics UM Hospital for Children Home Medical Reference ... Encyclopedia (English) Toggle English Spanish Apert syndrome Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention Definition: A genetic disease which may be inherited or may occur without a known family history. It is characterized by premature closure of cranial sutures (seams between skull bones), which results in a peaked head and an unusual facial appearance. Alternative Names: Acrocephalosyndactyly Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Apert syndrome is transmitted as an autosomal dominant trait (which means that only one parent needs to have the condition for a child to potentially be affected). Some cases also appear spontaneously without a family history. The condition is caused by mutations in a gene called fibroblast growth factor receptor 2. This mutation causes some of the bony sutures of the skull close prematurely (a process called craniosynostosis) which can cause asymmetric growth and give the head a distorted shape. The face is distinctive looking and there may be full-length webbing or fusion between the 2nd, 3rd and 4th fingers, as well as the toes. In addition, as the child grows, the bones in the hands and feet become progressively fused, which reduces flexibility and function. There are several other syndromes which have a similar appearance and include craniosynostosis (premature suture fusion): Carpenter syndrome (kleeblattschadel, cloverleaf skull deformity)

39. Health Library - apert syndrome. apert syndrome, also known as acrocephalosyndactyly type I (ACS1), is a rare genetic disorder that is apparent at birth (congenital). http://yalenewhavenhealth.org/library/healthguide/IllnessConditions/topic.asp?hw

40. Apert Syndrome - Genetics Home Reference Genetic disorder catalog. apert syndrome. What is apert syndrome? How common is apert syndrome? About 15 newborns in 1 million have apert syndrome. http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition=apertsyndrome

A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine Home Search Conditions Genes ... Help Apert syndrome Related Gene(s) Quick links to this topic NIH Publications National Institutes of Health MedlinePlus Health Information Educational resources Information pages Patient support For patients and families Gene Reviews Clinical summary Gene Tests DNA test labs ClinicalTrials.gov Research studies PubMed Recent literature OMIM Genetic disorder catalog Apert syndrome What is Apert syndrome? Apert syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized by the premature fusion of certain bones of the skull (craniosynostosis), which prevents further growth of the skull and affects the shape of the head and face. In addition, a varied number of fingers and toes are fused together (syndactyly). Many of the characteristic facial features of Apert syndrome result from the premature fusion of the skull bones. The head is unable to grow normally, which leads to a sunken appearance in the middle of the face, bulging and wide-set eyes, a beaked nose, and an underdeveloped upper jaw leading to crowded teeth and other dental problems. Shallow eye sockets can cause vision problems. Hearing loss may be present. Recurrent ear infections are common and may be associated with cleft palate. Acne can be severe. Additionally, individuals with Apert syndrome have webbed or fused fingers and toes. The severity of the fusion varies; at a minimum, three digits on each hand and foot are fused together. In the most severe cases, all of the fingers and toes are fused. Intellectual development also varies, ranging from normal to mild or moderate mental retardation.

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