Pallister–Killian syndrome

Pallister–Killian syndrome (also tetrasomy 12p mosaicism or Pallister mosaic aneuploidy syndrome) is an extremely rare genetic disorder occurring in humans. Pallister–Killian occurs due to the presence of the anomalous extra isochromosome 12p, the short arm of the twelfth chromosome. This leads to the development of tetrasomy 12p.[1] Because not all cells have the extra isochromosome, Pallister–Killian is a mosaic condition (more readily detected in skin fibroblasts).

Pallister-Killian syndrome
Other namesTetrasomy 12p mosaicism, Pallister mosaic aneuploidy syndrome

It was first described by Philip Pallister in 1977 and further researched by Maria Teschler-Nicola and Wolfgang Killian in 1981.[2]

Presentation

Characteristics include varying degrees of developmental disability, epilepsy, hypotonia and both hypopigmentation and hyperpigmentation. Patients also exhibit a distinctive facial structure, characterized by high foreheads, sparse hair on the temple, a wide space between the eyes, epicanthal folds and a flat nose. Vision and hearing impairments may occur. Patients may also exhibit congenital heart defects, gastroesophageal reflux, cataracts and supernumerary nipples. Diaphragm problems are also possible.

Causes

Pallister–Killian does not appear to be hereditary. Some research has suggested that the presence of the extra chromosome may be linked to premeiotic mitotic errors, both maternally and paternally. Several theories regarding the mechanism of this formation have been introduced.[3][4]

Diagnosis

The isochromosome i(12p) can be primarily detected in samples of skin fibroblasts, as well as in chorionic villus and amniotic fluid cell samples.[2] Very rarely, it can also be detected in blood lymphocytes.[5] It is also possible to detect the isochromosome in circulating lymphocytes, as well as other amniotic and placental samples. There is no strict limit as to where the isochromosome can be found. However, it is often unlikely that these samples will be tested when the blood karyotype is normal.[6]

Using an ultrasound, Pallister–Killian may be diagnosed through observation of hypertelorism, broad neck, shorts limbs, abnormal hands or feet, diaphragmatic hernia, and hydramnios. Once born, a child may be diagnosed by observation of the syndrome's distinct facial features.

See also
  • List of cutaneous conditions

References
  1. Peltomaki, P., S. Knuutila, A. Ritvanen; et al. (1987). "Pallister-Killian syndrome: cytogenetic and molecular studies". Clin Genet. 31 (6): 399–405. doi:10.1111/j.1399-0004.1987.tb02832.x. PMID 2887316.CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  2. Polityko, A.D., E. Goncharova, L. Shamgina; et al. (2005). "Pallister-Killian Syndrome : Rapid Decrease of Isochromosome 12p Frequency during Amniocyte Subculturing. Conclusion for Strategy of Prenatal Cytogenetic Diagnostics". Journal of Histochemistry and Cytochemistry. 53 (3): 361–364. doi:10.1369/jhc.4A6402.2005. PMID 15750020.CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  3. Hunter, A.G., B. Clifford, D.M. Cox (1985). "The characteristic physiognomy and tissue specific karyotype distribution in the Pallister-Killian syndrome". Clin Genet. 28 (1): 47–53. doi:10.1111/j.1399-0004.1985.tb01217.x. PMID 4028501.CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  4. Van Dyke, D.L., V.R. Babu, L. Weiss (1987). "Parental age, and how extra isochromosomes (secondary trisomy) arise". Clin Genet. 32 (1): 75–9. doi:10.1111/j.1399-0004.1987.tb03328.x. PMID 3621657.CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  5. Schubert, R., R. Viersbach, T. Eggermann (1997). "Report of two new cases of Pallister-Killian syndrome confirmed by FISH: tissue-specific mosaicism and loss of i(12p) by in vitro selection". Am J Med Genet. 72 (1): 106–110. doi:10.1002/(SICI)1096-8628(19971003)72:1<106::AID-AJMG21>3.0.CO;2-U. PMID 9295085.CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  6. Zambon, Francesco (2001-05-22). "Pallister-Killian syndrome". Medline Current Contents. Archived from the original on 2006-05-09. Retrieved 2006-05-31.
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