SETD2-related microcephaly-severe intellectual disability-multiple congenital anomalies syndrome

Definition

A rare genetic multiple congenital anomalies/dysmorphic syndrome characterized by microcephaly, severe global developmental delay and intellectual disability, hypotonia, respiratory insufficiency, failure to thrive, and congenital anomalies affecting the skeleton, eyes, and several organ systems. Seizures and hearing loss are sometimes observed. Independent ambulation and meaningful speech are not attained. Common dysmorphic facial features include small forehead, biparietal narrowing, flat face, hypertelorism, arched eyebrows, short, upslanting palpebral fissures, wide nasal bridge, small, upturned nose, forward facing ears, and micrognathia. Brain imaging shows structural abnormalities in all patients.