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Peters plus syndrome — Definition
Peters plus sendromu / Peters plus syndrome
Peters plus syndrome is characterized by Peters anomaly (cornea blur and iris- lens in the front segment of the eye), as well as a rare genetic disease, accompanied by short size, slit pal/dudak, characteristic facial appearance and light-mid mental development backness. Autozomal indicates resessive inheritance and is caused by mutations in the B3GLCT gene. Clinical findings are pronounced from birth and require multidisciplinary follow-up.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ What is Peters plus sendromu?
Peters plus sendromu; peters plus syndrome is characterized by Peters anomaly (cornea blur and iris- lens in the front segment of the eye), as well as a rare genetic disease, accompanied by short size, slit pal/dudak, characteristic facial appearance and light-mid mental development backness. Autozomal indicates resessive inheritance and is caused by mutations in the B3GLCT gene. Clinical findings are pronounced from birth and require multidisciplinary follow-up.
❓ What is Peters plus syndrome in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "Peters plus syndrome" is Peters plus sendromu.
❓ Which medical field is Peters plus sendromu related to?
This term belongs to the Diseases category.