Proteus-Like Syndrome Overview
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Leslie Biesecker is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Biesecker is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proteus-Like Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Proteus Syndrome, Proteus-Like Syndrome, Acromicric Dysplasia, and Lenz Microphthalmia Syndrome.
Giuseppe Zampino practices in Rome, Italy. Mr. Zampino is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Proteus-Like Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Proteus Syndrome, Proteus-Like Syndrome, RASopathies, and Costello Syndrome.
Chiara Leoni practices in Rome, Italy. Ms. Leoni is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Proteus-Like Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are RASopathies, Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome, Costello Syndrome, and Aplasia Cutis Congenita.
Background: Proteus syndrome is a rare overgrowth disorder. Most people begin to have symptoms between 6 months and 2 years of age. There are very few living adults with this disease. There is also no known treatment for it. Researchers want to see if a new drug can slow down or stop overgrowth in people with Proteus syndrome.
Summary: This study will examine rare congenital disorders that involve malformations and abnormal growth. It will focus on patients with Proteus syndrome, whose physical features are characterized by overgrowth, benign tumors of fatty tissue or blood vessels, asymmetric arms or legs, and large feet with very thick soles. The study will explore the genetic and biochemical cause and course of the disease, t...
Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center