Mucopolysaccharidosis type I and craniosynostosis

Acta Neurochir (Wien). 2013 Oct;155(10):1973-6. doi: 10.1007/s00701-013-1831-9. Epub 2013 Aug 6.

Abstract

Mucopolysaccharidosis type-I is caused by a deficiency of the lysosomal enzyme α-L-iduronidase, resulting in gradual deposition of glycosaminoglycans in multiple body organs, affecting physical appearance and system functioning. We present the first reported case associating MPS-I (Hurler-Scheie subtype) with craniosynostosis. A 2.5-year-old girl presented initially with macrocrania. On clinical and radiological examinations we noted a scaphocephaly with dysmorphic facial features of MPS confirmed later on. Intracranial hypertension was documented at fundoscopy (papilloedema) and ICP monitoring, and then surgically treated. This association of scaphocephaly and MPS-I highlights the importance of a meticulous physical examination performed by craniofacial, metabolic and ophthalmologic teams.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child, Preschool
  • Craniosynostoses / diagnosis
  • Craniosynostoses / surgery*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Iduronidase / deficiency*
  • Mucopolysaccharidosis I / diagnosis
  • Mucopolysaccharidosis I / enzymology
  • Mucopolysaccharidosis I / surgery*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Iduronidase