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Cervical hypertrichosis-peripheral neuropathy syndrome

ORPHA:2218· ICD-10 G60.0

Definition

A rare genetic syndrome characterized by the association of congenital hypertrichosis in the anterior cervical region with peripheral sensory and motor neuropathy. Associated features may include retinal anomalies, spina bifida, kyphoscoliosis and hallux valgus, and developmental delay (one case). There have been no further descriptions in the literature since 1993.

Prevalence
<1 / 1 000 000
Inheritance
Autosomal recessive
Age of onset
Childhood