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Shprintzen-goldberg syndrome

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Shprintzen-Goldberg syndrome is a connective tissue disorder with craniosynostosis, marfanoid features, and cardiovascular anomalies. Eye findings reflect both skeletal and connective tissue changes.

Ocular manifestations

Vision can be affected in several ways.

  • Hypertelorism, proptosis, and strabismus
  • High myopia and risk of lens subluxation or retinal detachment
  • Exposure keratopathy if lids do not close fully
  • Mutations often in SKI gene within the TGF-beta pathway

Management

Care focuses on surveillance and prevention of complications.

  • Regular eye examinations for refraction, lens stability, and retina
  • Cardiac monitoring for aortic root dilation and valve issues
  • Craniofacial and orthopaedic care as needed
  • Genetic counselling and family screening