SATB2-associated syndrome

Definition

A rare multisystem disorder characterized by moderate to severe developmental delay/intellectual disability (DD/ID) with absent or limited speech development, various behavioral problems (including autistic features, hyperactivity, or aggressiveness), craniofacial and oral features. Hypotonia and feeding difficulties are frequent manifestations, especially during the neonatal period and early childhood. Other supportive findings may include abnormal brain imaging, EEG abnormalities, epilepsy and skeletal anomalies with low bone density.